Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL)vsKontoor Brands Inc (KTB)
GIL
Gildan Activewear Inc.
$57.91
+1.14%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $10.77B
KTB
Kontoor Brands Inc
$69.51
-2.33%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gildan Activewear Inc. generates 15% more annual revenue ($3.62B vs $3.15B). GIL leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs 7.2%. KTB trades at a lower P/E of 17.6x. GIL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
GIL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
KTB
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-314.4%
Fair Value
$17.48
Current Price
$57.91
$40.43 premium
Margin of Safety
+45.1%
Fair Value
$122.80
Current Price
$69.51
$53.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 31.3% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 20.7%
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Revenue surging 45.6% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 59.2%
7.2% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GIL
The strongest argument for GIL centers on Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 31.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.67 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KTB
The strongest argument for KTB centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 45.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GIL
The primary concerns for GIL are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : KTB
The primary concerns for KTB are Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GIL profiles as a growth stock while KTB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KTB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
KTB is growing revenue faster at 45.6% — sustainability is the question.
KTB generates stronger free cash flow (282M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GIL scores higher overall (70/100 vs 61/100) and 31.3% revenue growth. KTB offers better value entry with a 45.1% 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.
Gildan Activewear Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
Gildan Activewear Inc. manufactures and sells various apparel products in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.
Visit Website →Kontoor Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
Kontoor Brands, Inc., a lifestyle apparel company, designs, manufactures, acquires, markets and distributes apparel under the Wrangler and Lee brands in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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