Humana Inc (HUM)vsHaverty Furniture Companies Inc (HVT)
HUM
Humana Inc
$350.08
+0.08%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $45.53B
HVT
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
$22.84
+0.26%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $391.76M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Humana Inc generates 17800% more annual revenue ($137.20B vs $766.48M). HVT leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs 0.8%. HVT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.17. HVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
HUM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
HVT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.7%
Fair Value
$403.67
Current Price
$350.08
$53.59 discount
Margin of Safety
-58.0%
Fair Value
$16.66
Current Price
$22.84
$6.18 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
4.1% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HUM
The strongest argument for HUM centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HVT
The strongest argument for HVT centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HUM
The primary concerns for HUM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 40.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : HVT
The primary concerns for HVT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HUM profiles as a growth stock while HVT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
HUM is growing revenue faster at 23.5% — sustainability is the question.
HUM generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HVT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 52/100). HUM offers better value entry with a 23.7% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Humana Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Humana Inc. is a for-profit American health insurance company based in Louisville, Kentucky.
Visit Website →Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Haverty Furniture Companies, Inc. is a specialty retailer of residential furniture and accessories in the United States. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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