Lennox International Inc (LII)vsViking Holdings Ltd (VIK)
LII
Lennox International Inc
$508.43
-1.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $17.82B
VIK
Viking Holdings Ltd
$89.94
+2.60%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $42.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Viking Holdings Ltd generates 27% more annual revenue ($6.66B vs $5.26B). VIK leads profitability with a 18.0% profit margin vs 15.1%. LII trades at a lower P/E of 22.7x. LII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
LII
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
VIK
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 112 in profit
Earnings expanding 226.6% YoY
17.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.6x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 7.7%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Operating margin of 1.1%
Trading at 38.6x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 15.1% and operating margin at 14.3%. PEG of 1.48 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VIK
The strongest argument for VIK centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.0% and operating margin at 1.1%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VIK
The primary concerns for VIK are P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII profiles as a mature stock while VIK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VIK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
VIK is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
VIK generates stronger free cash flow (152M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LII scores higher overall (58/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 15.1% 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.
Viking Holdings Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Viking Holdings Ltd engages in the passenger shipping and other forms of passenger transport in North America, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pembroke, Bermuda.
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