Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsTravel + Leisure Co (TNL)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$196.82
+0.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $110.43B
TNL
Travel + Leisure Co
$66.74
+2.11%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 2109% more annual revenue ($90.43B vs $4.09B). LOW leads profitability with a 7.3% profit margin vs 5.8%. TNL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. TNL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
TNL
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.2%
Fair Value
$144.51
Current Price
$196.82
$52.31 premium
Margin of Safety
-54.9%
Fair Value
$46.67
Current Price
$66.74
$20.07 premium
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
4.4% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.8% margin — thin
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 : TNL
The strongest argument for TNL centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.54 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 : TNL
The primary concerns for TNL are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TNL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — 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.
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Bottom Line
TNL scores higher overall (55/100 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 →Travel + Leisure Co
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Travel Leisure Co. offers hospitality products and services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
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