Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsSandisk Corp (SNDK)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$12.70
-3.50%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $40.42M
SNDK
Sandisk Corp
$1,096.51
+3.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $161.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sandisk Corp generates 2883% more annual revenue ($13.18B vs $441.98M). SNDK leads profitability with a 34.2% profit margin vs 5.0%. LIVE trades at a lower P/E of 2.8x. SNDK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
LIVE
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
SNDK
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.0%
Fair Value
$177.68
Current Price
$12.70
$164.98 discount
Margin of Safety
-52.4%
Fair Value
$413.56
Current Price
$1096.51
$682.95 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 70.0%
Revenue surging 251.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 618.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.9x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : SNDK
The strongest argument for SNDK centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.2% and operating margin at 70.0%. Revenue growth of 251.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : SNDK
The primary concerns for SNDK are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE profiles as a value stock while SNDK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SNDK is growing revenue faster at 251.0% — sustainability is the question.
SNDK generates stronger free cash flow (980M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SNDK scores higher overall (69/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 34.2% margins and 251.0% revenue growth. LIVE offers better value entry with a 89.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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.
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TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Sandisk Corporation (Ticker: SNDK) is a U.S.-based technology company that develops, manufactures, and sells data storage products and solutions built on NAND flash memory technology, including solid-state drives (SSDs), embedded storage, memory cards, and USB flash drives for consumer, enterprise, and cloud computing markets.
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