Floor & Decor Holdings Inc (FND)vsLowe's Companies Inc (LOW)
FND
Floor & Decor Holdings Inc
$57.09
-0.83%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.13B
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$218.11
+2.84%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $114.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 1777% more annual revenue ($88.43B vs $4.71B). LOW leads profitability with a 7.5% profit margin vs 4.9%. LOW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. FND earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
FND
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.0%
Fair Value
$82.06
Current Price
$57.09
$24.97 discount
Margin of Safety
-55.1%
Fair Value
$140.74
Current Price
$218.11
$77.37 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 53.4% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
3.0% revenue growth
4.9% margin — thin
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FND
The strongest argument for FND centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FND
The primary concerns for FND are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FND carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
LOW is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FND scores higher overall (53/100 vs 50/100). 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.
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 →Lowe's Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Lowe's Companies, Inc. is an American retail company specializing in home improvement. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, the company operates a chain of retail stores in the United States and Canada.
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