Floor & Decor Holdings Inc (FND)vsXpel Inc (XPEL)
FND
Floor & Decor Holdings Inc
$47.41
-3.05%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.77B
XPEL
Xpel Inc
$44.56
-3.13%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Floor & Decor Holdings Inc generates 855% more annual revenue ($4.68B vs $489.75M). XPEL leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs 4.3%. XPEL trades at a lower P/E of 23.9x. XPEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
FND
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
XPEL
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.3%
Fair Value
$81.36
Current Price
$47.41
$33.95 discount
Margin of Safety
-11.4%
Fair Value
$49.32
Current Price
$44.56
$4.76 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FND
The strongest argument for FND centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : XPEL
The strongest argument for XPEL centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 13.1% 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 : XPEL
The primary concerns for XPEL are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FND carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
XPEL is growing revenue faster at 13.1% — sustainability is the question.
FND generates stronger free cash flow (46M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
XPEL scores higher overall (55/100 vs 40/100) and 13.1% revenue growth. FND offers better value entry with a 15.3% margin of safety. 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 →Xpel Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
XPEL, Inc. manufactures, sells, distributes, and installs aftermarket automotive products in the United States, China, Canada, Continental Europe, the United Kingdom, Asia Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East / Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
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