Levi Strauss & Co Class A (LEVI)vsLowe's Companies Inc (LOW)
LEVI
Levi Strauss & Co Class A
$23.61
0.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $9.23B
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$214.40
+3.69%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $123.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 1261% more annual revenue ($88.43B vs $6.50B). LEVI leads profitability with a 9.5% profit margin vs 7.5%. LEVI trades at a lower P/E of 17.6x. LEVI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
LEVI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.9%
Fair Value
$30.17
Current Price
$23.61
$6.56 discount
Margin of Safety
-58.5%
Fair Value
$140.20
Current Price
$214.40
$74.20 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 32.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LEVI
The strongest argument for LEVI centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 14.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LEVI
No major red flags identified for LEVI, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LEVI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
LEVI is growing revenue faster at 14.1% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor APPAREL MANUFACTURING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LEVI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 50/100) and 14.1% revenue growth. 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.
Levi Strauss & Co Class A
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
Levi Strauss & Co. is a clothing company. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Lowe's Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Lowe's Companies, Inc. is an American retail company specializing in home improvement. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, the company operates a chain of retail stores in the United States and Canada.
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