Apogee Enterprises Inc (APOG)vsLennox International Inc (LII)
APOG
Apogee Enterprises Inc
$37.01
-0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $797.03M
LII
Lennox International Inc
$508.43
-1.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $17.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lennox International Inc generates 274% more annual revenue ($5.26B vs $1.40B). LII leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs 3.9%. APOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.18. APOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
APOG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
LII
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-8.4%
Fair Value
$38.45
Current Price
$37.01
$1.44 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LII.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 574.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
1.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.9% margin — thin
Trading at 14.6x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 7.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APOG
The strongest argument for APOG centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.18 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 15.1% and operating margin at 14.3%. PEG of 1.48 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APOG
The primary concerns for APOG are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APOG profiles as a value stock while LII is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
LII carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
LII is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
APOG generates stronger free cash flow (47M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APOG scores higher overall (63/100 vs 58/100). 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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