Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsToll Brothers Inc (TOL)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$233.37
+3.61%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $130.68B
TOL
Toll Brothers Inc
$141.60
+3.15%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $13.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 667% more annual revenue ($86.29B vs $11.25B). TOL leads profitability with a 12.3% profit margin vs 7.7%. TOL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. TOL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
LOW
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
TOL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34.2%
Fair Value
$167.88
Current Price
$233.37
$65.49 premium
Margin of Safety
-34.2%
Fair Value
$120.36
Current Price
$141.60
$21.24 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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.4% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 25.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 11.0%
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : TOL
The strongest argument for TOL centers on P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 15.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.01 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : TOL
The primary concerns for TOL are Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LOW profiles as a value stock while TOL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TOL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
TOL is growing revenue faster at 15.4% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (964M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TOL scores higher overall (73/100 vs 44/100) and 15.4% revenue growth. 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.
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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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