Levi Strauss & Co Class A (LEVI)vsPVH Corp (PVH)
LEVI
Levi Strauss & Co Class A
$24.41
+0.45%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $9.44B
PVH
PVH Corp
$87.58
+1.19%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PVH Corp generates 36% more annual revenue ($8.99B vs $6.61B). LEVI leads profitability with a 9.7% profit margin vs 1.8%. LEVI trades at a lower P/E of 17.5x. LEVI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
LEVI
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PVH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.5%
Fair Value
$30.85
Current Price
$24.41
$6.44 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
Moderate valuation
2.1% revenue growth
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
1.8% margin — thin
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 0.07 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 P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. Thin 1.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PVH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
LEVI is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
LEVI generates stronger free cash flow (231M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
LEVI scores higher overall (58/100 vs 55/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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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