LEGGETT & PLATT INC (LEG) Stock Fundamental Analysis
USA - NYSE:LEG - US5246601075 - Common Stock
9.24 USD
-0.29 (-3.04%)
We assign a fundamental rating of 4 out of 10 to LEG. LEG was compared to 61 industry peers in the Household Durables industry. LEG has a bad profitability rating. Also its financial health evaluation is rather negative. LEG has a valuation in line with the averages, but it does not seem to be growing.
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
LEG had positive earnings in the past year.
LEG had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
In multiple years LEG reported negative net income over the last 5 years.
Each year in the past 5 years LEG had a positive operating cash flow.
1.2 Ratios
LEG has a Return On Assets (3.84%) which is in line with its industry peers.
LEG has a Return On Equity of 16.63%. This is in the better half of the industry: LEG outperforms 73.77% of its industry peers.
LEG has a Return On Invested Capital (7.28%) which is in line with its industry peers.
The Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years for LEG is below the industry average of 10.34%.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 3.84% | ||
| ROE | 16.63% | ||
| ROIC | 7.28% |
ROA(3y)-3.65%
ROA(5y)0.38%
ROE(3y)-21.86%
ROE(5y)-4.68%
ROIC(3y)8%
ROIC(5y)8.74%
1.3 Margins
With a Profit Margin value of 3.36%, LEG perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 47.54% of the companies in the same industry.
With a Operating Margin value of 6.31%, LEG perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 40.98% of the companies in the same industry.
LEG's Operating Margin has declined in the last couple of years.
LEG's Gross Margin of 18.14% is on the low side compared to the rest of the industry. LEG is outperformed by 81.97% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Gross Margin of LEG has declined.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 6.31% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 3.36% | ||
| GM | 18.14% |
OM growth 3Y-18.8%
OM growth 5Y-10.74%
PM growth 3YN/A
PM growth 5YN/A
GM growth 3Y-5.29%
GM growth 5Y-4.1%
2. Health
2.1 Basic Checks
With a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), LEG is creating some value.
LEG has more shares outstanding than it did 1 year ago.
LEG has more shares outstanding than it did 5 years ago.
LEG has a worse debt/assets ratio than last year.
2.2 Solvency
LEG has an Altman-Z score of 2.77. This is not the best score and indicates that LEG is in the grey zone with still only limited risk for bankruptcy at the moment.
With a Altman-Z score value of 2.77, LEG perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 45.90% of the companies in the same industry.
The Debt to FCF ratio of LEG is 7.27, which is on the high side as it means it would take LEG, 7.27 years of fcf income to pay off all of its debts.
LEG's Debt to FCF ratio of 7.27 is in line compared to the rest of the industry. LEG outperforms 59.02% of its industry peers.
A Debt/Equity ratio of 2.10 is on the high side and indicates that LEG has dependencies on debt financing.
LEG has a Debt to Equity ratio of 2.10. This is amonst the worse of the industry: LEG underperforms 91.80% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 2.1 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 7.27 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.77 |
ROIC/WACC0.91
WACC7.96%
2.3 Liquidity
LEG has a Current Ratio of 2.17. This indicates that LEG is financially healthy and has no problem in meeting its short term obligations.
LEG's Current ratio of 2.17 is in line compared to the rest of the industry. LEG outperforms 42.62% of its industry peers.
A Quick Ratio of 1.36 indicates that LEG should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
With a decent Quick ratio value of 1.36, LEG is doing good in the industry, outperforming 70.49% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 2.17 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.36 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
LEG shows a slight negative growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year, the EPS has decreased by -5.45%.
Measured over the past years, LEG shows a very negative growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS has been decreasing by -16.39% on average per year.
The Revenue has decreased by -7.23% in the past year.
The Revenue has been decreasing by -1.60% on average over the past years.
EPS 1Y (TTM)-5.45%
EPS 3Y-27.71%
EPS 5Y-16.39%
EPS Q2Q%-9.38%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-7.23%
Revenue growth 3Y-4.75%
Revenue growth 5Y-1.6%
Sales Q2Q%-5.93%
3.2 Future
The Earnings Per Share is expected to grow by 8.46% on average over the next years. This is quite good.
The Revenue is expected to grow by 0.64% on average over the next years.
EPS Next Y1.24%
EPS Next 2Y4.26%
EPS Next 3Y7.6%
EPS Next 5Y8.46%
Revenue Next Year-6.05%
Revenue Next 2Y-3.18%
Revenue Next 3Y-1.06%
Revenue Next 5Y0.64%
3.3 Evolution
When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
A Price/Earnings ratio of 8.88 indicates a reasonable valuation of LEG.
Based on the Price/Earnings ratio, LEG is valued a bit cheaper than 70.49% of the companies in the same industry.
When comparing the Price/Earnings ratio of LEG to the average of the S&P500 Index (26.19), we can say LEG is valued rather cheaply.
The Price/Forward Earnings ratio is 8.10, which indicates a very decent valuation of LEG.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio, LEG is valued cheaper than 81.97% of the companies in the same industry.
When comparing the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of LEG to the average of the S&P500 Index (22.50), we can say LEG is valued rather cheaply.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 8.88 | ||
| Fwd PE | 8.1 |
4.2 Price Multiples
Based on the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio, LEG is valued a bit cheaper than 63.93% of the companies in the same industry.
Based on the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio, LEG is valued cheaply inside the industry as 88.52% of the companies are valued more expensively.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 5.07 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 6.8 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
The high PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates an expensive valuation of the company.
PEG (NY)7.16
PEG (5Y)N/A
EPS Next 2Y4.26%
EPS Next 3Y7.6%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 1.99%, LEG has a reasonable but not impressive dividend return.
LEG's Dividend Yield is rather good when compared to the industry average which is at 3.04. LEG pays more dividend than 80.33% of the companies in the same industry.
LEG's Dividend Yield is comparable with the S&P500 average which is at 2.33.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.99% |
5.2 History
The dividend of LEG decreases each year by -8.18%.
LEG has paid a dividend for at least 10 years, which is a reliable track record.
Dividend Growth(5Y)-8.18%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
5.3 Sustainability
18.85% of the earnings are spent on dividend by LEG. This is a low number and sustainable payout ratio.
DP18.85%
EPS Next 2Y4.26%
EPS Next 3Y7.6%
NYSE:LEG (10/31/2025, 1:10:59 PM)
9.24
-0.29 (-3.04%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorConsumer Discretionary
GICS IndustryGroupConsumer Durables & Apparel
GICS IndustryHousehold Durables
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners86.32%
Inst Owner Change-0.12%
Ins Owners0.89%
Ins Owner Change-7.99%
Market Cap1.25B
Revenue(TTM)4.38B
Net Income(TTM)142.20M
Analysts49.09
Price Target9.86 (6.71%)
Short Float %6.13%
Short Ratio4.95
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.99% |
Yearly Dividend1.02
Dividend Growth(5Y)-8.18%
DP18.85%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
Ex-Date
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)1
Avg EPS beat(2)3.32%
Min EPS beat(2)-2.61%
Max EPS beat(2)9.25%
EPS beat(4)2
Avg EPS beat(4)1.51%
Min EPS beat(4)-3.26%
Max EPS beat(4)9.25%
EPS beat(8)2
Avg EPS beat(8)-2.19%
EPS beat(12)4
Avg EPS beat(12)1.1%
EPS beat(16)6
Avg EPS beat(16)1.58%
Revenue beat(2)0
Avg Revenue beat(2)-0.94%
Min Revenue beat(2)-1.12%
Max Revenue beat(2)-0.77%
Revenue beat(4)1
Avg Revenue beat(4)-0.55%
Min Revenue beat(4)-2.07%
Max Revenue beat(4)1.77%
Revenue beat(8)1
Avg Revenue beat(8)-1.54%
Revenue beat(12)3
Avg Revenue beat(12)-1.2%
Revenue beat(16)5
Avg Revenue beat(16)-0.55%
PT rev (1m)0%
PT rev (3m)-3.23%
EPS NQ rev (1m)-3.33%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-10.77%
EPS NY rev (1m)-0.47%
EPS NY rev (3m)-4.75%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0.88%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-2.54%
Revenue NY rev (1m)0.17%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-1.38%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 8.88 | ||
| Fwd PE | 8.1 | ||
| P/S | 0.3 | ||
| P/FCF | 5.07 | ||
| P/OCF | 4.05 | ||
| P/B | 1.46 | ||
| P/tB | 208.44 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 6.8 |
EPS(TTM)1.04
EY11.26%
EPS(NY)1.14
Fwd EY12.35%
FCF(TTM)1.82
FCFY19.72%
OCF(TTM)2.28
OCFY24.68%
SpS31.31
BVpS6.32
TBVpS0.04
PEG (NY)7.16
PEG (5Y)N/A
Graham Number12.16
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 3.84% | ||
| ROE | 16.63% | ||
| ROCE | 9.22% | ||
| ROIC | 7.28% | ||
| ROICexc | 8.34% | ||
| ROICexgc | 12.55% | ||
| OM | 6.31% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 3.36% | ||
| GM | 18.14% | ||
| FCFM | 5.82% |
ROA(3y)-3.65%
ROA(5y)0.38%
ROE(3y)-21.86%
ROE(5y)-4.68%
ROIC(3y)8%
ROIC(5y)8.74%
ROICexc(3y)8.89%
ROICexc(5y)9.67%
ROICexgc(3y)18.06%
ROICexgc(5y)21.73%
ROCE(3y)10.16%
ROCE(5y)11.09%
ROICexgc growth 3Y-24.14%
ROICexgc growth 5Y-12.98%
ROICexc growth 3Y-12.28%
ROICexc growth 5Y-5.12%
OM growth 3Y-18.8%
OM growth 5Y-10.74%
PM growth 3YN/A
PM growth 5YN/A
GM growth 3Y-5.29%
GM growth 5Y-4.1%
F-Score7
Asset Turnover1.14
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 2.1 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 7.27 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 4.49 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 47.04% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 1.46% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 250 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 77.3% | ||
| Profit Quality | 173.42% | ||
| Current Ratio | 2.17 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.36 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.77 |
F-Score7
WACC7.96%
ROIC/WACC0.91
Cap/Depr(3y)59.68%
Cap/Depr(5y)54.18%
Cap/Sales(3y)2.07%
Cap/Sales(5y)1.97%
Profit Quality(3y)N/A
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)-5.45%
EPS 3Y-27.71%
EPS 5Y-16.39%
EPS Q2Q%-9.38%
EPS Next Y1.24%
EPS Next 2Y4.26%
EPS Next 3Y7.6%
EPS Next 5Y8.46%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-7.23%
Revenue growth 3Y-4.75%
Revenue growth 5Y-1.6%
Sales Q2Q%-5.93%
Revenue Next Year-6.05%
Revenue Next 2Y-3.18%
Revenue Next 3Y-1.06%
Revenue Next 5Y0.64%
EBIT growth 1Y-4.64%
EBIT growth 3Y-22.65%
EBIT growth 5Y-12.17%
EBIT Next Year50.24%
EBIT Next 3Y19.56%
EBIT Next 5Y12.51%
FCF growth 1Y-37.12%
FCF growth 3Y10.81%
FCF growth 5Y-15.65%
OCF growth 1Y-40.64%
OCF growth 3Y4.06%
OCF growth 5Y-14.47%
LEGGETT & PLATT INC / LEG FAQ
What is the fundamental rating for LEG stock?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 4 / 10 to LEG.
Can you provide the valuation status for LEGGETT & PLATT INC?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 6 / 10 to LEGGETT & PLATT INC (LEG). This can be considered as Fairly Valued.
Can you provide the profitability details for LEGGETT & PLATT INC?
LEGGETT & PLATT INC (LEG) has a profitability rating of 3 / 10.
Can you provide the expected EPS growth for LEG stock?
The Earnings per Share (EPS) of LEGGETT & PLATT INC (LEG) is expected to grow by 1.24% in the next year.
Can you provide the dividend sustainability for LEG stock?
The dividend rating of LEGGETT & PLATT INC (LEG) is 5 / 10 and the dividend payout ratio is 18.85%.