Apogee Enterprises Inc (APOG)vsLennox International Inc (LII)
APOG
Apogee Enterprises Inc
$32.42
-1.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $682.54M
LII
Lennox International Inc
$481.68
+0.99%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lennox International Inc generates 271% more annual revenue ($5.20B vs $1.40B). LII leads profitability with a 15.5% profit margin vs 2.9%. APOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.20. LII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
APOG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
LII
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-227.8%
Fair Value
$12.72
Current Price
$32.42
$19.70 premium
Margin of Safety
-259.6%
Fair Value
$155.04
Current Price
$481.68
$326.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
2.1% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
2.9% margin — thin
Trading at 14.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.2%
Earnings declined 17.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APOG
The strongest argument for APOG centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LII
The strongest argument for LII centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.5% and operating margin at 19.8%. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APOG
The primary concerns for APOG are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APOG profiles as a value stock while LII is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
LII carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
APOG is growing revenue faster at 2.1% — sustainability is the question.
LII generates stronger free cash flow (377M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LII scores higher overall (56/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 15.5% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Apogee Enterprises Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Apogee Enterprises, Inc. designs and develops glass and metal products and services in the United States, Canada, and Brazil. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Lennox International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Lennox International Inc. designs, manufactures and markets a range of products for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration markets in the United States, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Richardson, Texas.
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