Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsLa-Z-Boy Incorporated (LZB)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$191.37
-2.40%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $110.43B
LZB
La-Z-Boy Incorporated
$30.66
+3.23%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 4186% more annual revenue ($90.43B vs $2.11B). LOW leads profitability with a 7.3% profit margin vs 3.9%. LZB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. LZB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
LZB
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34.3%
Fair Value
$144.62
Current Price
$191.37
$46.75 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LZB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 133.1% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.7%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LZB
The strongest argument for LZB centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LZB
The primary concerns for LZB are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LZB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
LOW is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LZB scores higher overall (58/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "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.
Lowe's Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Lowe's Companies, Inc. is an American retail company specializing in home improvement. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, the company operates a chain of retail stores in the United States and Canada.
Visit Website →La-Z-Boy Incorporated
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES · USA
La-Z-Boy Incorporated manufactures, markets, imports, exports, distributes, and retails upholstery furniture products, accessories, and display case furniture products in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Monroe, Michigan.
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