Lennox International Inc (LII)vsTrane Technologies plc (TT)
LII
Lennox International Inc
$477.21
+1.99%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.41B
TT
Trane Technologies plc
$410.36
-3.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $90.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trane Technologies plc generates 310% more annual revenue ($21.32B vs $5.20B). LII leads profitability with a 15.5% profit margin vs 13.7%. LII appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. LII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LII
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-259.8%
Fair Value
$154.97
Current Price
$477.21
$322.24 premium
Margin of Safety
-429.3%
Fair Value
$89.28
Current Price
$410.36
$321.08 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.2%
Earnings declined 17.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.6x book value
Earnings declined 50.0%
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 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TT
The strongest argument for TT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TT
The primary concerns for TT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII profiles as a declining stock while TT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
TT is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
TT generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LII scores higher overall (56/100 vs 52/100), 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.
Trane Technologies plc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Trane Technologies plc is an American Irish domiciled diversified industrial manufacturing company. It is headquartered near Dublin, Ireland.
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