Columbia Sportswear Company (COLM)vsGildan Activewear Inc. (GIL)
COLM
Columbia Sportswear Company
$56.92
+0.89%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.87B
GIL
Gildan Activewear Inc.
$48.45
-0.98%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $9.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gildan Activewear Inc. generates 39% more annual revenue ($4.74B vs $3.41B). COLM leads profitability with a 6.0% profit margin vs 1.3%. GIL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.41. GIL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
COLM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
GIL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.7%
Fair Value
$95.19
Current Price
$56.92
$38.27 discount
Margin of Safety
-26.3%
Fair Value
$57.37
Current Price
$48.45
$8.92 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 72.3% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.3%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.5% revenue growth
6.0% margin — thin
Earnings declined 13.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
1.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COLM
The strongest argument for COLM centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : GIL
The strongest argument for GIL centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 72.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : COLM
The primary concerns for COLM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : GIL
The primary concerns for GIL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COLM profiles as a value stock while GIL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GIL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
GIL is growing revenue faster at 72.3% — sustainability is the question.
GIL generates stronger free cash flow (317M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GIL scores higher overall (63/100 vs 51/100) and 72.3% revenue growth. COLM offers better value entry with a 34.7% margin of safety. 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.
Columbia Sportswear Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
Columbia Sportswear Company designs, supplies, markets and distributes clothing, footwear, accessories and equipment for outdoor, active and day-to-day activities in the United States, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Canada. The company is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
Gildan Activewear Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
Gildan Activewear Inc. manufactures and sells various apparel products in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.
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