Lakeland Industries Inc (LAKE)vsVF Corporation (VFC)
LAKE
Lakeland Industries Inc
$7.78
+1.57%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $78.64M
VFC
VF Corporation
$17.21
-0.52%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
VF Corporation generates 4854% more annual revenue ($9.58B vs $193.46M). VFC leads profitability with a 2.3% profit margin vs -19.4%. VFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.17. VFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
LAKE
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
VFC
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LAKE.
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$26.68
Current Price
$17.21
$9.47 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 78.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -29.0% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.5% revenue growth
2.3% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LAKE
The strongest argument for LAKE centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.14 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VFC
The strongest argument for VFC centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LAKE
The primary concerns for LAKE are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VFC
The primary concerns for VFC are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LAKE profiles as a turnaround stock while VFC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VFC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
LAKE is growing revenue faster at 4.0% — sustainability is the question.
LAKE generates stronger free cash flow (-10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VFC scores higher overall (63/100 vs 45/100). 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.
Lakeland Industries Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
Lakeland Industries, Inc. manufactures and sells industrial protective clothing and accessories for the industrial and public protective clothing market worldwide. The company is headquartered in Decatur, Alabama.
Visit Website →VF Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
VF Corporation is an American worldwide apparel and footwear company founded in 1899 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado. The company's more than 30 brands are organized into three categories: Outdoor, Active and Work.
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