Lennox International Inc (LII)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
LII
Lennox International Inc
$508.43
-1.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $17.82B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$533.80
-2.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lennox International Inc generates 26% more annual revenue ($5.26B vs $4.16B). LII leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs 8.9%. VMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
LII
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
VMI
Buy63
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
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
Weak financial health signals
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 : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LII profiles as a mature stock while VMI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
VMI is growing revenue faster at 6.2% — sustainability is the question.
VMI generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (63/100 vs 58/100). 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.
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.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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