Floor & Decor Holdings Inc (FND)vsLumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)
FND
Floor & Decor Holdings Inc
$51.73
+0.41%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.51B
LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
$903.80
+1.26%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $69.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Floor & Decor Holdings Inc generates 88% more annual revenue ($4.68B vs $2.49B). LITE leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 4.3%. LITE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. LITE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
FND
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
LITE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.0%
Fair Value
$99.91
Current Price
$51.73
$48.18 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LITE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 90.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 21.8%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 76.2x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FND
The strongest argument for FND centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : LITE
The strongest argument for LITE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 21.8%. Revenue growth of 90.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FND
The primary concerns for FND are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LITE
The primary concerns for LITE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 156.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FND profiles as a value stock while LITE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FND carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
LITE is growing revenue faster at 90.1% — sustainability is the question.
LITE generates stronger free cash flow (204M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LITE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins and 90.1% revenue growth. FND offers better value entry with a 31.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Floor & Decor Holdings Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Floor & Decor Holdings, Inc. is a multi-channel specialty retailer of hard surface flooring and related accessories. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Visit Website →Lumentum Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Lumentum Holdings Inc. manufactures and sells optical and photonic products in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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