Levi Strauss & Co Class A (LEVI)vsPVH Corp (PVH)
LEVI
Levi Strauss & Co Class A
$22.87
-1.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $8.29B
PVH
PVH Corp
$89.95
-2.52%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PVH Corp generates 34% more annual revenue ($8.92B vs $6.68B). LEVI leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs -1.9%. PVH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
LEVI
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
PVH
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.2%
Fair Value
$33.03
Current Price
$22.87
$10.16 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.3% revenue growth
Earnings declined 22.0%
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.
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 Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
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 1.76 — expect wider price swings.
LEVI is growing revenue faster at 4.3% — sustainability is the question.
PVH generates stronger free cash flow (346M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PVH scores higher overall (50/100 vs 48/100). LEVI offers better value entry with a 33.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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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