Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)vsLa-Z-Boy Incorporated (LZB)
BABA
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
$128.41
+1.26%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $293.02B
LZB
La-Z-Boy Incorporated
$42.14
+3.69%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd generates 48036% more annual revenue ($1.02T vs $2.13B). BABA leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 4.8%. BABA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.48. BABA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BABA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
LZB
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.5%
Fair Value
$375.80
Current Price
$128.41
$247.39 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LZB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 104.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 133.1% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.9% revenue growth
Operating margin of 1.0%
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 0.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BABA
The strongest argument for BABA centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.48 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LZB
The strongest argument for LZB centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BABA
The primary concerns for BABA are Revenue Growth, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LZB
The primary concerns for LZB are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LZB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
BABA is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
LZB generates stronger free cash flow (9M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BABA scores higher overall (64/100 vs 61/100). 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.
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Alibaba Group Holding Limited, also known as Alibaba Group and Alibaba.com, is a Chinese multinational technology company specializing in e-commerce, retail, Internet, and technology. Founded on 28 June 1999 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, the company provides consumer-to-consumer (C2C), business-to-consumer (B2C), and business-to-business (B2B) sales services via web portals, as well as electronic payment services, shopping search engines and cloud computing services. It owns and operates a diverse portfolio of companies around the world in numerous business sectors.
La-Z-Boy Incorporated
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES · USA
La-Z-Boy Incorporated manufactures, markets, imports, exports, distributes, and retails upholstery furniture products, accessories, and display case furniture products in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Monroe, Michigan.
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