Darden Restaurants Inc (DRI)vsLive Ventures Inc (LIVE)
DRI
Darden Restaurants Inc
$198.12
+2.41%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $24.22B
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$9.06
-5.62%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $28.66M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Darden Restaurants Inc generates 2815% more annual revenue ($12.76B vs $437.87M). DRI leads profitability with a 8.7% profit margin vs 0.9%. DRI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
DRI
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
LIVE
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DRI.
Margin of Safety
+86.4%
Fair Value
$143.82
Current Price
$9.06
$134.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 53 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.8x book value
Earnings declined 3.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DRI
The strongest argument for DRI centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : DRI
The primary concerns for DRI are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.94 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.50 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
DRI is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
DRI generates stronger free cash flow (610M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor RESTAURANTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DRI scores higher overall (55/100 vs 33/100). LIVE offers better value entry with a 86.4% margin of safety. 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.
Darden Restaurants Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Darden Restaurants, Inc. is an American multi-brand restaurant operator headquartered in Orlando.
Live Ventures Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Live Ventures Incorporated is engaged in flooring manufacturing, steel fabrication and retail businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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