Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsPetroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR (PBR)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$233.50
+2.27%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $137.32B
PBR
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR
$22.03
+0.82%
ENERGY · Cap: $134.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR generates 477% more annual revenue ($497.55B vs $86.29B). PBR leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs 7.7%. PBR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.37. PBR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
LOW
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
PBR
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.6%
Fair Value
$167.23
Current Price
$233.50
$66.27 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PBR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 11.0%
0.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PBR
The strongest argument for PBR centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 26.9%. PEG of 0.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PBR
The primary concerns for PBR are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
LOW is growing revenue faster at 10.9% — sustainability is the question.
PBR generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PBR scores higher overall (76/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. 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.
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 →Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Petrleo Brasileiro SA - Petrobras produces and sells oil and gas in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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