Columbia Sportswear Company (COLM)vsErmenegildo Zegna NV (ZGN)
COLM
Columbia Sportswear Company
$56.92
+0.89%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.87B
ZGN
Ermenegildo Zegna NV
$11.61
-0.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Columbia Sportswear Company generates 72% more annual revenue ($3.41B vs $1.98B). COLM leads profitability with a 6.0% profit margin vs 4.0%. COLM trades at a lower P/E of 14.6x. COLM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
COLM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
ZGN
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.7%
Fair Value
$95.19
Current Price
$56.92
$38.27 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ZGN.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.0% margin — thin
Earnings declined 49.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COLM
The strongest argument for COLM centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : ZGN
The strongest argument for ZGN centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : COLM
The primary concerns for COLM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : ZGN
The primary concerns for ZGN are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COLM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
ZGN is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
ZGN generates stronger free cash flow (110M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor APPAREL MANUFACTURING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
COLM scores higher overall (51/100 vs 32/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Ermenegildo Zegna NV
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
Ermenegildo Zegna NV designs, manufactures, exports and sells men's clothing.
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