Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsToll Brothers Inc (TOL)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$7.21
-1.64%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $23.07M
TOL
Toll Brothers Inc
$149.32
-2.68%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $13.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Toll Brothers Inc generates 2378% more annual revenue ($10.76B vs $434.25M). TOL leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs -0.6%. TOL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
LIVE
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
TOL
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.6%
Fair Value
$135.70
Current Price
$7.21
$128.49 discount
Margin of Safety
-45.7%
Fair Value
$96.03
Current Price
$149.32
$53.29 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
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%
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 9.7%
Earnings declined 20.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : TOL
The strongest argument for TOL centers on P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.91 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 : TOL
The primary concerns for TOL are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE profiles as a turnaround stock while TOL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TOL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
LIVE is growing revenue faster at -3.2% — sustainability is the question.
TOL generates stronger free cash flow (220M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TOL scores higher overall (59/100 vs 30/100). 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.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
Toll Brothers, Inc. designs, builds, markets, sells and manages the financing of a variety of detached and attached homes in luxury residential communities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania.
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