Columbia Sportswear Company (COLM)vsThe Home Depot Inc (HD)
COLM
Columbia Sportswear Company
$64.22
-1.03%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.43B
HD
The Home Depot Inc
$310.78
+0.73%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $310.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Home Depot Inc generates 4803% more annual revenue ($166.59B vs $3.40B). HD leads profitability with a 8.4% profit margin vs 5.0%. HD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.76. HD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
COLM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
HD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.6%
Fair Value
$96.56
Current Price
$64.22
$32.34 discount
Margin of Safety
-46.5%
Fair Value
$212.07
Current Price
$310.78
$98.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 101 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.1% revenue growth
5.0% margin — thin
Earnings declined 13.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 22.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COLM
The strongest argument for COLM centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : HD
The strongest argument for HD centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : COLM
The primary concerns for COLM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 5.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : HD
The primary concerns for HD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
HD is growing revenue faster at 4.8% — sustainability is the question.
HD generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor APPAREL MANUFACTURING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HD scores higher overall (54/100 vs 44/100). COLM offers better value entry with a 35.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
The Home Depot Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
The Home Depot, Inc., commonly known as Home Depot, is the largest home improvement retailer in the United States, supplying tools, construction products, and services. The company is headquartered in incorporated Cobb County, Georgia, with an Atlanta mailing address.
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