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- Statement of Comprehensive Income
- Balance Sheet: Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
- Cash Flow Statement
- Common-Size Balance Sheet: Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
- Analysis of Liquidity Ratios
- Enterprise Value to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA)
- Enterprise Value to FCFF (EV/FCFF)
- Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)
- Dividend Discount Model (DDM)
- Analysis of Revenues
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Calculation
Lowe’s Cos. Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, calculation
| P/BV | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Book value per share1 (BVPS) | BVPS1 | = | Shareholders’ equity (deficit)1 (in millions) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
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| Apr 13, 2005 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-01-28).
1 US$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of Lowe’s Cos. Inc. Annual Report.
The price-to-book value (P/BV) ratio exhibits considerable fluctuation over the observed period. Initially, the ratio demonstrates relative stability, followed by a period of increasing volatility and, ultimately, significant shifts, particularly in later years.
- Initial Period (2005-2008)
- From 2005 to 2008, the P/BV ratio decreased from 3.61 to 2.22. This decline suggests a decreasing investor confidence in the company’s ability to generate earnings relative to its book value, or potentially a decrease in market valuation compared to the net asset value. The decrease was not precipitous, indicating a gradual adjustment in market perception.
- Period of Low Valuation (2009-2012)
- Between 2009 and 2012, the P/BV ratio remained relatively low, fluctuating between 1.49 and 2.28. This period likely reflects the impact of broader economic conditions following the financial crisis, potentially leading to depressed valuations across the market. A slight upward trend is observable during this timeframe, suggesting a gradual recovery in investor sentiment.
- Increasing Valuation (2013-2019)
- From 2013 to 2019, the P/BV ratio experienced a substantial increase, rising from 2.99 to 24.01. This indicates a significant improvement in investor confidence and a growing willingness to pay a premium for the company’s net asset value. The most dramatic increase occurred between 2018 and 2019, suggesting a particularly positive shift in market perception during that period. The share price increased significantly during this time, while book value per share decreased.
- Recent Volatility (2020-2026)
- The period from 2020 onwards is characterized by extreme volatility. The P/BV ratio peaked at 90.79 in 2020, likely influenced by market reactions to the COVID-19 pandemic. Subsequently, the ratio becomes negative, reaching -26.30 in 2022, and remains negative through 2026. This negative value indicates that the market capitalization is less than the net asset value, a highly unusual situation. The book value per share decreased substantially during this period, becoming negative, which is the primary driver of the negative P/BV ratio. This suggests significant losses or a substantial reduction in equity.
In summary, the P/BV ratio demonstrates a complex trajectory, moving from moderate levels to a period of substantial growth, followed by a dramatic reversal and negative values in recent years. The recent negative values are particularly noteworthy and warrant further investigation into the underlying causes of the decline in book value per share.
Comparison to Competitors
Lowe’s Cos. Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Lowe’s Cos. Inc. | Amazon.com Inc. | Home Depot Inc. | TJX Cos. Inc. | |
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| Mar 27, 2023 | ||||
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| Mar 29, 2016 | ||||
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| Mar 30, 2010 | ||||
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| Apr 13, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-01-28).
Comparison to Sector (Consumer Discretionary Distribution & Retail)
Lowe’s Cos. Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, comparison to sector (consumer discretionary distribution & retail)
| Lowe’s Cos. Inc. | Consumer Discretionary Distribution & Retail | |
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| Mar 23, 2026 | ||
| Mar 24, 2025 | ||
| Mar 25, 2024 | ||
| Mar 27, 2023 | ||
| Mar 21, 2022 | ||
| Mar 22, 2021 | ||
| Mar 23, 2020 | ||
| Apr 2, 2019 | ||
| Apr 2, 2018 | ||
| Apr 4, 2017 | ||
| Mar 29, 2016 | ||
| Mar 31, 2015 | ||
| Mar 31, 2014 | ||
| Apr 2, 2013 | ||
| Apr 2, 2012 | ||
| Mar 29, 2011 | ||
| Mar 30, 2010 | ||
| Mar 31, 2009 | ||
| Apr 1, 2008 | ||
| Apr 3, 2007 | ||
| Apr 7, 2006 | ||
| Apr 13, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-01-28).
Comparison to Industry (Consumer Discretionary)
Lowe’s Cos. Inc., P/BV, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer discretionary)
| Lowe’s Cos. Inc. | Consumer Discretionary | |
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| Mar 23, 2026 | ||
| Mar 24, 2025 | ||
| Mar 25, 2024 | ||
| Mar 27, 2023 | ||
| Mar 21, 2022 | ||
| Mar 22, 2021 | ||
| Mar 23, 2020 | ||
| Apr 2, 2019 | ||
| Apr 2, 2018 | ||
| Apr 4, 2017 | ||
| Mar 29, 2016 | ||
| Mar 31, 2015 | ||
| Mar 31, 2014 | ||
| Apr 2, 2013 | ||
| Apr 2, 2012 | ||
| Mar 29, 2011 | ||
| Mar 30, 2010 | ||
| Mar 31, 2009 | ||
| Apr 1, 2008 | ||
| Apr 3, 2007 | ||
| Apr 7, 2006 | ||
| Apr 13, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-01-28).