Haverty Furniture Companies Inc (HVT)vsPure Storage Inc (PSTG)
HVT
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
$20.80
-1.52%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $351.87M
PSTG
Pure Storage Inc
$62.63
-4.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Pure Storage Inc generates 383% more annual revenue ($3.66B vs $759.00M). PSTG leads profitability with a 5.1% profit margin vs 2.6%. HVT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. PSTG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
HVT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PSTG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-71.8%
Fair Value
$15.33
Current Price
$20.80
$5.47 premium
Margin of Safety
-195.4%
Fair Value
$25.74
Current Price
$62.63
$36.89 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 140.6% YoY
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
3.8% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.6% margin — thin
Trading at 14.3x book value
5.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HVT
The strongest argument for HVT centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PSTG
The strongest argument for PSTG centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HVT
The primary concerns for HVT are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PSTG
The primary concerns for PSTG are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 113.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HVT profiles as a value stock while PSTG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PSTG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
PSTG is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
PSTG generates stronger free cash flow (201M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PSTG scores higher overall (59/100 vs 56/100) and 20.4% revenue growth. 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.
Pure Storage Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Pure Storage, Inc. provides data storage technology and solutions in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
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