Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsLife Time Group Holdings Inc (LTH)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$8.08
-1.46%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $26.94M
LTH
Life Time Group Holdings Inc
$41.50
+0.05%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $9.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Life Time Group Holdings Inc generates 633% more annual revenue ($3.18B vs $434.25M). LTH leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs -0.6%. LTH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
LIVE
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
LTH
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.9%
Fair Value
$138.16
Current Price
$8.08
$130.08 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LTH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 40.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 4.8%
Revenue declined 3.2%
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : LTH
The strongest argument for LTH centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.44 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LTH
The primary concerns for LTH are Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE profiles as a turnaround stock while LTH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LTH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
LTH is growing revenue faster at 13.7% — sustainability is the question.
LIVE generates stronger free cash flow (5M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LTH scores higher overall (61/100 vs 30/100) and 13.7% revenue growth. LIVE offers better value entry with a 85.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Live Ventures Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Live Ventures Incorporated is engaged in flooring manufacturing, steel fabrication and retail businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Visit Website →Life Time Group Holdings Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LEISURE · USA
Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. offers health, fitness and wellness experiences to a community of individual members in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Chanhassen, Minnesota.
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