Celestica Inc. (CLS)vsLSI Industries Inc (LYTS)
CLS
Celestica Inc.
$346.55
+6.56%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $39.39B
LYTS
LSI Industries Inc
$20.03
+2.25%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $753.80M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Celestica Inc. generates 2162% more annual revenue ($15.59B vs $689.40M). CLS leads profitability with a 7.2% profit margin vs 3.3%. LYTS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.40. CLS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CLS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
LYTS
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Revenue surging 62.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 74.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 51.3% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.1x book value
7.2% margin — thin
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.1% — below average capital efficiency
3.3% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLS
The strongest argument for CLS centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 62.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LYTS
The strongest argument for LYTS centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 51.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CLS
The primary concerns for CLS are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : LYTS
The primary concerns for LYTS are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
CLS is growing revenue faster at 62.4% — sustainability is the question.
CLS generates stronger free cash flow (147M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CLS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 56/100) and 62.4% revenue growth. 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.
Celestica Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Celestica Inc. provides hardware platforms and supply chain solutions in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
LSI Industries Inc
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
LSI Industries Inc. offers corporate image solutions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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