Caleres Inc (CAL)vsLululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU)
CAL
Caleres Inc
$11.45
-0.61%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $363.70M
LULU
Lululemon Athletica Inc.
$158.72
-1.39%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $18.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lululemon Athletica Inc. generates 303% more annual revenue ($11.10B vs $2.76B). LULU leads profitability with a 14.2% profit margin vs -0.2%. CAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. LULU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
CAL
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
LULU
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-175.2%
Fair Value
$4.35
Current Price
$11.45
$7.10 premium
Margin of Safety
-95.2%
Fair Value
$90.10
Current Price
$158.72
$68.62 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 22.3%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -1.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 94.1%
Currently unprofitable
0.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 18.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAL
The strongest argument for CAL centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LULU
The strongest argument for LULU centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CAL
The primary concerns for CAL are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LULU
The primary concerns for LULU are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAL profiles as a turnaround stock while LULU is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LULU carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
CAL is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
LULU generates stronger free cash flow (960M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LULU scores higher overall (65/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Caleres Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Caleres, Inc. is engaged in the retail and wholesale of footwear in the United States, China, Canada, China, and Guam. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Lululemon Athletica Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
lululemon athletica inc. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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