Lennox International Inc (LII)vsLatham Group Inc (SWIM)
LII
Lennox International Inc
$481.68
+0.99%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.73B
SWIM
Latham Group Inc
$5.62
-2.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $670.24M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lennox International Inc generates 852% more annual revenue ($5.20B vs $545.91M). LII leads profitability with a 15.5% profit margin vs 2.0%. LII trades at a lower P/E of 20.9x. LII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LII
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SWIM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-259.6%
Fair Value
$155.04
Current Price
$481.68
$326.64 premium
Margin of Safety
-57.7%
Fair Value
$4.21
Current Price
$5.62
$1.41 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 39.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.2%
Earnings declined 17.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LII
The strongest argument for LII centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.5% and operating margin at 19.8%. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SWIM
The strongest argument for SWIM centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SWIM
The primary concerns for SWIM are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 63.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII profiles as a declining stock while SWIM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SWIM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.70 — expect wider price swings.
SWIM is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
LII generates stronger free cash flow (377M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LII scores higher overall (56/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 15.5% margins. 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.
Lennox International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Lennox International Inc. designs, manufactures and markets a range of products for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration markets in the United States, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Richardson, Texas.
Latham Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Latham Group, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets residential inground swimming pools. The company is headquartered in Latham, New York.
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