The Home Depot Inc (HD)vsLightInTheBox Holding Co Ltd ARD (LITB)
HD
The Home Depot Inc
$310.78
+0.73%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $310.62B
LITB
LightInTheBox Holding Co Ltd ARD
$3.66
-4.19%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $66.90M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Home Depot Inc generates 72561% more annual revenue ($166.59B vs $229.27M). HD leads profitability with a 8.4% profit margin vs 4.1%. HD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.76. HD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
HD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
LITB
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-46.5%
Fair Value
$212.07
Current Price
$310.78
$98.71 premium
Margin of Safety
-29.1%
Fair Value
$2.03
Current Price
$3.66
$1.63 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 101 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 940.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 22.3x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HD
The strongest argument for HD centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : LITB
The strongest argument for LITB centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 10.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HD
The primary concerns for HD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LITB
The primary concerns for LITB are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
LITB is growing revenue faster at 10.5% — sustainability is the question.
HD generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HD scores higher overall (54/100 vs 45/100). 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.
The Home Depot Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
The Home Depot, Inc., commonly known as Home Depot, is the largest home improvement retailer in the United States, supplying tools, construction products, and services. The company is headquartered in incorporated Cobb County, Georgia, with an Atlanta mailing address.
LightInTheBox Holding Co Ltd ARD
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
LightInTheBox Holding Co., Ltd. is a cross-border e-commerce platform that delivers products directly from manufacturers to their customers around the world. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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