Haverty Furniture Companies Inc (HVT-A)vsShake Shack Inc (SHAK)
HVT-A
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
$24.01
-1.32%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $386.45M
SHAK
Shake Shack Inc
$52.34
-1.91%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shake Shack Inc generates 95% more annual revenue ($1.49B vs $766.48M). SHAK leads profitability with a 2.8% profit margin vs 2.6%. HVT-A appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.16. SHAK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
HVT-A
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
SHAK
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+58.2%
Fair Value
$69.69
Current Price
$24.01
$45.68 discount
Margin of Safety
+29.3%
Fair Value
$137.22
Current Price
$52.34
$84.88 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 28.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.6% margin — thin
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
2.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HVT-A
The strongest argument for HVT-A centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHAK
The strongest argument for SHAK centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HVT-A
The primary concerns for HVT-A are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SHAK
The primary concerns for SHAK are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 59.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHAK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
SHAK is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
HVT-A generates stronger free cash flow (-10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHAK scores higher overall (51/100 vs 50/100) and 14.3% revenue growth. HVT-A offers better value entry with a 58.2% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Shake Shack Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Shake Shack Inc. owns, operates and licenses Shake Shack restaurants (Shacks) in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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