Haverty Furniture Companies Inc (HVT)vsJohnson Outdoors Inc (JOUT)
HVT
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
$27.60
+1.06%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $435.06M
JOUT
Johnson Outdoors Inc
$44.61
+0.85%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $476.20M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc generates 18% more annual revenue ($780.39M vs $660.91M). HVT leads profitability with a 2.9% profit margin vs -1.2%. HVT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.75. HVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
HVT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
JOUT
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-47.8%
Fair Value
$17.81
Current Price
$27.60
$9.79 premium
Margin of Safety
-28.2%
Fair Value
$38.12
Current Price
$44.61
$6.49 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 100.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 89.3% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.9% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HVT
The strongest argument for HVT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JOUT
The strongest argument for JOUT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : HVT
The primary concerns for HVT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : JOUT
The primary concerns for JOUT are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HVT profiles as a value stock while JOUT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
HVT is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
JOUT generates stronger free cash flow (72M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HVT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 54/100). 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.
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.
Johnson Outdoors Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LEISURE · USA
Johnson Outdoors Inc. designs, manufactures and markets camping, diving, watercraft and marine electronics products globally. The company is headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin.
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