Haverty Furniture Companies Inc (HVT)vsToll Brothers Inc (TOL)
HVT
Haverty Furniture Companies Inc
$30.37
+3.72%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $465.94M
TOL
Toll Brothers Inc
$149.32
-2.68%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $13.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Toll Brothers Inc generates 1279% more annual revenue ($10.76B vs $780.39M). TOL leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 2.9%. HVT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. HVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
HVT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
TOL
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-46.4%
Fair Value
$17.98
Current Price
$30.37
$12.39 premium
Margin of Safety
-45.7%
Fair Value
$96.03
Current Price
$149.32
$53.29 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 100.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
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%
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 9.7%
Earnings declined 20.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HVT
The strongest argument for HVT centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TOL
The strongest argument for TOL centers on P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.91 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 : TOL
The primary concerns for TOL are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HVT profiles as a value stock while TOL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TOL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
HVT is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
TOL generates stronger free cash flow (220M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HVT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 59/100). 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.
Toll Brothers Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
Toll Brothers, Inc. designs, builds, markets, sells and manages the financing of a variety of detached and attached homes in luxury residential communities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania.
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