Haverty Furniture Companies Inc (HVT)vsLifetime Brands Inc (LCUT)
HVT
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
$27.60
+1.06%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $435.06M
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
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
LCUT
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
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 LCUT.
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
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
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 : 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
The primary concerns for HVT 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 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.
HVT generates stronger free cash flow (18M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LCUT scores higher overall (68/100 vs 64/100). 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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