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Levi Strauss & Co Class A (LEVI)vsErmenegildo Zegna NV (ZGN)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

Levi Strauss & Co Class A generates 245% more annual revenue ($6.61B vs $1.92B). LEVI leads profitability with a 9.7% profit margin vs 5.1%. LEVI trades at a lower P/E of 17.4x. LEVI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).

LEVI

Buy

58

out of 100

Grade: C

Growth: 6.7Profit: 7.0Value: 7.0Quality: 6.0
Piotroski: 5/9Altman Z: 2.13

ZGN

Hold

38

out of 100

Grade: F

Growth: 4.7Profit: 6.0Value: 4.7Quality: 6.0
Piotroski: 4/9Altman Z: 1.76
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

LEVIUndervalued (+28.5%)

Margin of Safety

+28.5%

Fair Value

$30.85

Current Price

$24.67

$6.18 discount

UndervaluedFair: $30.85Overvalued

Intrinsic value data unavailable for ZGN.

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

LEVI3 strengths · Avg: 8.3/10
Return on EquityProfitability
28.1%9/10

Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit

P/E RatioValuation
17.4x8/10

Attractively priced relative to earnings

EPS GrowthGrowth
31.1%8/10

Earnings expanding 31.1% YoY

ZGN0 strengths · Avg: 0/10

No standout strengths identified

Areas to Watch

LEVI1 concerns · Avg: 3.0/10
Debt/EquityHealth
1.013/10

Elevated debt levels

ZGN4 concerns · Avg: 4.0/10
P/E RatioValuation
32.3x4/10

Premium valuation, high expectations priced in

Revenue GrowthGrowth
0.3%4/10

0.3% revenue growth

EPS GrowthGrowth
4.5%4/10

4.5% earnings growth

Altman Z-ScoreHealth
1.764/10

Distress zone — elevated risk

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : LEVI

The strongest argument for LEVI centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.

Bull Case : ZGN

ZGN has a balanced fundamental profile.

Bear Case : LEVI

The primary concerns for LEVI are Debt/Equity.

Bear Case : ZGN

The primary concerns for ZGN are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

LEVI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — 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.

Monitor APPAREL MANUFACTURING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.

Bottom Line

LEVI scores higher overall (58/100 vs 38/100). 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.

Ermenegildo Zegna NV

CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA

Ermenegildo Zegna NV designs, manufactures, exports and sells men's clothing.

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