Carriage Services Inc (CSV)vsThe Home Depot Inc (HD)
CSV
Carriage Services Inc
$37.53
-0.05%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $596.01M
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 39899% more annual revenue ($166.59B vs $416.49M). CSV leads profitability with a 10.6% profit margin vs 8.4%. CSV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.84. CSV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CSV
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
HD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-77.7%
Fair Value
$24.85
Current Price
$37.53
$12.68 premium
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 0.9%
Earnings declined 37.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : CSV
The strongest argument for CSV centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.84 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HD
The strongest argument for HD centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : CSV
The primary concerns for CSV are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
CSV profiles as a declining stock while HD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
Bottom Line
CSV scores higher overall (60/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Carriage Services Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PERSONAL SERVICES · USA
Carriage Services, Inc. provides funeral and cemetery services and merchandise in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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