AKA Brands Holding Corp (AKA)vsThe Home Depot Inc (HD)
AKA
AKA Brands Holding Corp
$9.39
+0.92%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $113.42M
HD
The Home Depot Inc
$348.86
+1.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $347.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Home Depot Inc generates 27481% more annual revenue ($166.59B vs $604.01M). HD leads profitability with a 8.4% profit margin vs -5.0%. HD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
AKA
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
HD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.9%
Fair Value
$7.22
Current Price
$9.39
$2.17 premium
Margin of Safety
-64.2%
Fair Value
$212.44
Current Price
$348.86
$136.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 101 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -32.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 25.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AKA
The strongest argument for AKA centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : HD
The strongest argument for HD centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : AKA
The primary concerns for AKA are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.28 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HD
The primary concerns for HD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AKA profiles as a turnaround stock while HD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AKA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
HD is growing revenue faster at 4.8% — sustainability is the question.
HD generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HD scores higher overall (51/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AKA Brands Holding Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
also known as Brands Holding Corp. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
The Home Depot Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
The Home Depot, Inc., commonly known as Home Depot, is the largest home improvement retailer in the United States, supplying tools, construction products, and services. The company is headquartered in incorporated Cobb County, Georgia, with an Atlanta mailing address.
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