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Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: LIVE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $138
1 Year Target Price $138
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -0.43% | Avg. Invested days 24 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 52.19M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 138 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 138 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.83 | 52 Weeks Range 6.25 - 25.88 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 6.25 - 25.88 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.35 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 0.42% | Operating Margin (TTM) 7.11% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.73% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.01% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 3.81 | Enterprise Value 271671245 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.12 |
Enterprise Value 271671245 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.12 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.61 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.68 | Shares Outstanding 3071656 | Shares Floating 827535 |
Shares Outstanding 3071656 | Shares Floating 827535 | ||
Percent Insiders 72.34 | Percent Institutions 7.66 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Live Ventures Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Live Ventures Inc. was founded in 1968 as a shell company and later rebranded. It operates as a diversified holding company that acquires, operates, and grows companies in various industries.
Core Business Areas
- Retail - Specialty Retail: Acquired appliances and home goods companies, focusing on value-oriented products and services.
- Flooring - Flooring Manufacturing: The acquired companies manufacture carpeting, flooring, and home furnishings, catering to residential and commercial markets.
- Steel Manufacturing: Acquired companies that operate in the steel manufacturing sector, focusing on specialty steel products.
Leadership and Structure
David Isaac is the Chairman and CEO. The company operates with a decentralized management structure, giving acquired businesses autonomy while providing strategic oversight.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Flooring Products: Carpets, rugs, and other flooring materials. Market share varies regionally. Competitors include Mohawk Industries (MHK), Shaw Industries, and Tarkett.
- Steel Products: Specialty steel products, including wire and rope. Market share varies by product type. Competitors include Nucor (NUE) and Steel Dynamics (STLD).
- Specialty Retail Appliances: Appliances. Market share varies. Competitors include Best Buy (BBY), Lowe's (LOW), and Home Depot (HD).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries in which Live Ventures operatesu2014retail, flooring, and steelu2014are mature, competitive, and subject to economic cycles. Demand is influenced by consumer spending, housing starts, and infrastructure development.
Positioning
Live Ventures positions itself as a value-oriented acquirer and operator of businesses with strong cash flow potential. Their competitive advantage lies in their ability to identify, acquire, and improve underperforming companies.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
TAM for these combined markets (retail, flooring, and steel) is multi-billion USD. Live Ventures is positioned to capture niche segments within these larger markets through acquisitions and operational improvements.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified business model
- Acquisition expertise
- Decentralized management structure
- Strong cash flow generation
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Dependence on acquisitions for growth
- Integration risks
- Small market capitalization
Opportunities
- Further acquisitions in fragmented industries
- Operational improvements in acquired businesses
- Expansion into new markets
- Leveraging synergies across portfolio companies
Threats
- Economic downturn
- Increased competition
- Rising interest rates
- Integration challenges
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- MHK
- STLD
- LOW
- HD
Competitive Landscape
Live Ventures operates in highly competitive industries. Their advantage lies in acquiring underperforming companies and improving their operations.
Major Acquisitions
Precision Industries, Inc.
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 55.5
- Strategic Rationale: Expand steel manufacturing operations.
Marquis Industries
- Year: 2019
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 66.5
- Strategic Rationale: Expand flooring manufacturing operations.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is primarily driven by acquisitions. Organic growth has been less significant.
Future Projections: Future growth is dependent on the company's ability to continue making accretive acquisitions and improving the performance of existing businesses. Analyst estimates vary.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquiring new businesses in the flooring industry and expanding into new geographic markets.
Summary
Live Ventures is a diversified holding company that grows through acquisitions. While it has a history of acquiring underperforming companies and improving their operations, it carries high debt. Future growth depends on successful acquisitions and integrations. The company operates in cyclical and competitive industries and the economy is key to the company doing well or having risks.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Press Releases
- Market Data Providers
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Live Ventures Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Las Vegas, NV, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2001-01-02 | Chairman, President, CEO Mr. Jon Isaac | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Home Improvement Retail | Full time employees 1429 | Website https://www.liveventures.com |
Full time employees 1429 | Website https://www.liveventures.com | ||
Live Ventures Incorporated, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the flooring and steel manufacturing, and retail businesses in the United States. The company operates in five segments: Retail-Entertainment, Retail-Flooring, Flooring Manufacturing, Steel Manufacturing, and Corporate and Other. The Retail-Entertainment segment provides a selection of entertainment products, including new and pre-owned movies, video games, and music products, as well as ancillary products, such as books, comics, toys. and collectibles. This segment also offers services to customers, such as rentals, special orders, disc, video game hardware repair, and other services. The Retail-Flooring segment retails and installs flooring, carpeting, and countertops to consumers, builders, and contractors. The Steel Manufacturing segment manufactures pre-finished de-carb free tool and die steel comprising deluxe alloy plate, deluxe tool steel plate, precision ground flat stock, and drill rod; industrial knives and hardened wear products for the tissue, metals, and wood industries, as well as for in-house grinding, machining, and heat-treating; manufactures and supplies engineered parts and components to various industries, such as appliance, automotive, hardware, electrical, electronic, medical products, and devices; and offers specialized fabricated metal products, including cable racks, auxiliary framing, hardware, insulation products, and network bays. It serves steel distributors and steel service centers. The Flooring Manufacturing segment manufactures and distributes carpets and rugs, yarn, and hard-surface flooring products focusing on the residential, niche commercial, and hospitality end-markets. This segment serves flooring dealers, home centers, other flooring manufacturers, and directly to commercial end-users. The Corporate and Other segment provides product and service for new customers. Live Ventures Incorporated was incorporated in 1968 and is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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