Haverty Furniture Companies Inc (HVT)vsKingsway Financial Services Inc (KFS)
HVT
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
$27.60
+1.06%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $435.06M
KFS
Kingsway Financial Services Inc
$11.19
-1.67%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $341.57M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc generates 468% more annual revenue ($780.39M vs $137.34M). HVT leads profitability with a 2.9% profit margin vs -7.8%. 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+
KFS
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-47.8%
Fair Value
$17.81
Current Price
$27.60
$9.79 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KFS.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 28.7% year-over-year
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%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 21.1x book value
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 : KFS
The strongest argument for KFS centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : KFS
The primary concerns for KFS are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.37 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HVT profiles as a value stock while KFS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HVT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
KFS is growing revenue faster at 28.7% — sustainability is the question.
HVT generates stronger free cash flow (18M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HVT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 40/100). 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.
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.
Kingsway Financial Services Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Kingsway Financial Services Inc., is involved in the leased and extended warranty real estate business. The company is headquartered in Itasca, Illinois.
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