Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsMasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc. (MCFT)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$7.52
+1.83%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $23.07M
MCFT
MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc.
$20.14
+0.90%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $478.02M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Live Ventures Inc generates 24% more annual revenue ($434.25M vs $348.90M). MCFT leads profitability with a -0.5% profit margin vs -0.6%. MCFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
LIVE
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
MCFT
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.6%
Fair Value
$135.70
Current Price
$7.51
$128.19 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MCFT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 63.4% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.9%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -0.4% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : MCFT
The strongest argument for MCFT centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 63.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : MCFT
The primary concerns for MCFT are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE profiles as a turnaround stock while MCFT is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCFT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
MCFT is growing revenue faster at 63.4% — sustainability is the question.
MCFT generates stronger free cash flow (15M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCFT scores higher overall (50/100 vs 30/100) and 63.4% revenue growth. LIVE offers better value entry with a 85.6% 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 →MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RECREATIONAL VEHICLES · USA
MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets motorized pleasure boats. The company is headquartered in Vonore, Tennessee.
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