Amcor PLC (AMCR)vsLowe's Companies Inc (LOW)
AMCR
Amcor PLC
$41.90
-1.13%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $20.87B
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$192.49
-0.88%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $110.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 285% more annual revenue ($90.43B vs $23.51B). LOW leads profitability with a 7.3% profit margin vs 4.7%. AMCR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.04. AMCR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
AMCR
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-88.8%
Fair Value
$26.53
Current Price
$41.90
$15.37 premium
Margin of Safety
-34.3%
Fair Value
$144.62
Current Price
$192.49
$47.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.9% year-over-year
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 11.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMCR
The strongest argument for AMCR centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 25.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.04 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMCR
The primary concerns for AMCR are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMCR profiles as a growth stock while LOW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
AMCR is growing revenue faster at 25.9% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMCR scores higher overall (60/100 vs 50/100) and 25.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Amcor PLC
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Amcor plc is an Australian-American, UK-domiciled packaging company. It develops and produces flexible packaging, rigid containers, specialty cartons, closures and services for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical-device, home and personal-care, and other products.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Lowe's Companies, Inc. is an American retail company specializing in home improvement. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, the company operates a chain of retail stores in the United States and Canada.
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