Lifetime Brands Inc (LCUT)vsLive Ventures Inc (LIVE)
LCUT
Lifetime Brands Inc
$9.33
+1.86%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $209.01M
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$9.06
-5.62%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $28.66M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lifetime Brands Inc generates 49% more annual revenue ($651.36M vs $437.87M). LIVE leads profitability with a 0.9% profit margin vs -4.2%. LCUT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
LCUT
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
LIVE
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LCUT.
Margin of Safety
+86.4%
Fair Value
$143.82
Current Price
$9.06
$134.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 104.8% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.4% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LCUT
The strongest argument for LCUT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : LCUT
The primary concerns for LCUT are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.50 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LCUT profiles as a turnaround stock while LIVE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
LCUT is growing revenue faster at 2.4% — sustainability is the question.
LCUT generates stronger free cash flow (30M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LCUT scores higher overall (53/100 vs 33/100). LIVE offers better value entry with a 86.4% 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.
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.
Visit Website →Live Ventures Inc
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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