Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsRush Street Interactive Inc (RSI)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$8.08
-1.46%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $26.94M
RSI
Rush Street Interactive Inc
$26.43
+0.27%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rush Street Interactive Inc generates 215% more annual revenue ($1.37B vs $434.25M). RSI leads profitability with a 2.3% profit margin vs -0.6%. RSI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
LIVE
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
RSI
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.9%
Fair Value
$138.16
Current Price
$8.08
$130.08 discount
Margin of Safety
+12.5%
Fair Value
$30.56
Current Price
$26.43
$4.13 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 46.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
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%
Trading at 16.5x book value
2.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : RSI
The strongest argument for RSI centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 46.3% 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 : RSI
The primary concerns for RSI are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 87.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE profiles as a turnaround stock while RSI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
RSI is growing revenue faster at 46.3% — sustainability is the question.
RSI generates stronger free cash flow (52M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RSI scores higher overall (46/100 vs 30/100) and 46.3% revenue growth. LIVE offers better value entry with a 85.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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 →Rush Street Interactive Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · GAMBLING · USA
Rush Street Interactive, Inc. is an online casino and sports betting company in the United States and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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