Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW)vsTriMas Corporation (TRS)
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$196.82
+0.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $110.43B
TRS
TriMas Corporation
$38.34
+0.31%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 13512% more annual revenue ($90.43B vs $664.37M). TRS leads profitability with a 136.3% profit margin vs 7.3%. LOW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. TRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
LOW
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
TRS
Buy54
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TRS.
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
Every $100 of equity generates 63 in profit
Keeps 136 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 : TRS
The strongest argument for TRS centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 136.3% and operating margin at 7.4%.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TRS
The primary concerns for TRS are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — 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
TRS scores higher overall (54/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 136.3% margins. 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.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
TriMas Corporation manufactures and supplies products for the consumer, aerospace and industrial end markets globally. The company is headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.
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