G-III Apparel Group Ltd (GIII)vsLevi Strauss & Co Class A (LEVI)
GIII
G-III Apparel Group Ltd
$35.14
-0.90%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.54B
LEVI
Levi Strauss & Co Class A
$23.61
-3.28%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $9.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Levi Strauss & Co Class A generates 127% more annual revenue ($6.61B vs $2.91B). LEVI leads profitability with a 9.7% profit margin vs 4.3%. GIII trades at a lower P/E of 12.8x. GIII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
GIII
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
LEVI
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.0%
Fair Value
$60.27
Current Price
$35.14
$25.13 discount
Margin of Safety
+29.1%
Fair Value
$31.12
Current Price
$23.61
$7.51 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 782.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 31.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GIII
The strongest argument for GIII centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LEVI
The strongest argument for LEVI centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GIII
The primary concerns for GIII are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LEVI
The primary concerns for LEVI are Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LEVI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
LEVI is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
LEVI generates stronger free cash flow (231M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor APPAREL MANUFACTURING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GIII scores higher overall (65/100 vs 58/100). LEVI offers better value entry with a 29.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
G-III Apparel Group Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. designs, supplies, and markets men's and women's apparel in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Levi Strauss & Co Class A
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
Levi Strauss & Co. is a clothing company. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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