Live Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
LYV
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
$163.28
-1.49%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $38.57B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$510.55
+0.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Live Nation Entertainment Inc generates 515% more annual revenue ($25.61B vs $4.16B). VMI leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 0.3%. VMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
LYV
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
VMI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.2%
Fair Value
$172.04
Current Price
$163.28
$8.76 discount
Margin of Safety
-71.5%
Fair Value
$278.61
Current Price
$510.55
$231.94 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 140.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYV
The strongest argument for LYV centers on Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LYV
The primary concerns for LYV are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
LYV is growing revenue faster at 12.2% — sustainability is the question.
LYV generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENTERTAINMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 42/100). 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.
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc is an American global entertainment company, founded in 2010, following the merger of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The company promotes, operates, and manages ticket sales for live entertainment in the United States and internationally. It also owns and operates entertainment venues, and manages the careers of music artists.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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