Johnson Outdoors Inc (JOUT)vsLive Ventures Inc (LIVE)
JOUT
Johnson Outdoors Inc
$44.61
+0.85%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $476.20M
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$8.08
-1.46%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $26.94M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Outdoors Inc generates 52% more annual revenue ($660.91M vs $434.25M). LIVE leads profitability with a -0.6% profit margin vs -1.2%. JOUT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
JOUT
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
LIVE
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-28.2%
Fair Value
$38.12
Current Price
$44.61
$6.49 premium
Margin of Safety
+85.9%
Fair Value
$138.16
Current Price
$8.08
$130.08 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 89.3% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.9% — below average capital efficiency
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 4.8%
Revenue declined 3.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JOUT
The strongest argument for JOUT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : JOUT
The primary concerns for JOUT are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.44 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
JOUT is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
JOUT generates stronger free cash flow (72M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
JOUT scores higher overall (54/100 vs 30/100). LIVE offers better value entry with a 85.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Live Ventures Incorporated is engaged in flooring manufacturing, steel fabrication and retail businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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