Levi Strauss & Co Class A (LEVI)vsPVH Corp (PVH)
LEVI
Levi Strauss & Co Class A
$20.06
+1.21%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $7.63B
PVH
PVH Corp
$75.39
-0.66%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PVH Corp generates 35% more annual revenue ($8.92B vs $6.61B). LEVI leads profitability with a 9.7% profit margin vs -1.9%. LEVI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
LEVI
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PVH
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.4%
Fair Value
$31.72
Current Price
$20.06
$11.66 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PVH.
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 31.1% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 3.2%
Earnings declined 96.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LEVI
The strongest argument for LEVI centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PVH
The strongest argument for PVH centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LEVI
The primary concerns for LEVI are Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : PVH
The primary concerns for PVH are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LEVI profiles as a value stock while PVH is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
PVH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.72 — expect wider price swings.
LEVI is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
PVH generates stronger free cash flow (346M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LEVI scores higher overall (58/100 vs 50/100). 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.
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.
PVH Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
PVH Corp., formerly known as the Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation, is an American clothing company which owns brands such as Van Heusen, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, IZOD, Arrow, Warner's, Olga, True & Co., and Geoffrey Beene.
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