Haverty Furniture Companies Inc (HVT-A)vsLifetime Brands Inc (LCUT)
HVT-A
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
$28.61
0.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $482.38M
LCUT
Lifetime Brands Inc
$8.58
+2.14%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $202.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc generates 18% more annual revenue ($780.39M vs $661.06M). LCUT leads profitability with a 4.8% profit margin vs 2.9%. LCUT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. LCUT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
HVT-A
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
LCUT
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+62.4%
Fair Value
$77.52
Current Price
$28.61
$48.91 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LCUT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 100.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 104.8% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HVT-A
The strongest argument for HVT-A centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LCUT
The strongest argument for LCUT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HVT-A
The primary concerns for HVT-A are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LCUT
The primary concerns for LCUT are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HVT-A carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
HVT-A is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
HVT-A generates stronger free cash flow (18M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
LCUT scores higher overall (68/100 vs 57/100). HVT-A offers better value entry with a 62.4% 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.
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.
Lifetime Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES · USA
Lifetime Brands, Inc. designs, sources, and sells brand-name cookware, dinnerware, and other products for use in the home in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Garden City, New York.
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