Lindsay [LNN] vs Blue Bird [BLBD] Detailed Stock Comparison
Lindsay
NYSE
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Blue Bird
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Lindsay wins in 11 metrics, Blue Bird wins in 8 metrics, with 0 ties. Lindsay appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Lindsay | Blue Bird | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 20.23 | 16.76 | Blue Bird |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 2.89 | 8.30 | Lindsay |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 25.60 | 41.24 | Lindsay |
| PEG Ratio | -7.49 | 0.55 | Lindsay |
| EV/EBITDA | 13.11 | 11.24 | Blue Bird |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 11.21% | 8.16% | Lindsay |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 14.04% | 12.72% | Lindsay |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 14.04% | 12.72% | Lindsay |
| Return on Equity | 15.06% | 64.54% | Blue Bird |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 7.03% | 17.20% | Blue Bird |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $66.78M | $95.85M | Blue Bird |
| Dividend Yield | 0.80% | N/A | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 13.01% | 11.72% | Lindsay |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.26 | 1.31 | Blue Bird |
| Enterprise Value | $1.45B | $1.77B | Blue Bird |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 2.15 | 1.25 | Blue Bird |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 31.64% | 21.59% | Lindsay |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $62 | $44 | Lindsay |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $6.96 | $3.49 | Lindsay |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.81 | 1.50 | Lindsay |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Lindsay vs Blue Bird Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindsay | 3.49% | -1.78% | 2.26% | -0.40% | 2.10% | 18.38% |
| Blue Bird | 1.06% | -3.12% | 27.49% | 39.49% | 55.87% | 41.47% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindsay | 13.01% | -15.10% | 35.65% | 81.50% | 265.98% | 460.77% |
| Blue Bird | 11.72% | 358.89% | 381.09% | 364.74% | 475.79% | 475.79% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Lindsay vs Blue Bird
| Metric | LNN | BLBD |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $1.53B | $1.85B |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Small cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 77,380 | 1,150,830 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 107,503 | 652,817 |
| Last Close | $143.05 | $55.26 |
| 52 Week Range | $112.14 - $150.96 | $30.04 - $60.45 |
| % from 52W High | -5.24% | -8.59% |
| All-Time High | $183.08 (Nov 21, 2022) | $60.45 (Aug 08, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -21.86% | -8.59% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.22% | 0.19% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.04% | 0.27% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.11% | 0.08% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.14% | 0.13% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.15% | 0.65% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 25.60 | 41.24 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $48.68 | $7.05 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $19.41 | $5.46 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $121.99M | $166.45M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $75.75M | $123.66M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.80% | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.08 | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Lindsay vs Blue Bird
| Metric | LNN | BLBD |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 20.23 | 16.76 |
| Forward P/E | 22.00 | 15.85 |
| PEG Ratio | -7.49 | 0.55 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.26 | 1.31 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 2.89 | 8.30 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $1.53B | $1.85B |
| Enterprise Value | $1.45B | $1.77B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 2.15 | 1.25 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 13.11 | 11.24 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.81 | 1.50 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $48.68 | $7.05 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Lindsay vs Blue Bird
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LNN | BLBD |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $169.46M | $358.85M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $115.84M | $288.00M |
| Gross Profit | $53.62M | $70.85M |
| Research & Development | $4.71M | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $23.79M | $33.71M |
| EBITDA | $31.16M | $39.27M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $25.71M | $33.60M |
| Income Tax | $6.21M | $9.13M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $19.50M | $26.05M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LNN | BLBD |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $196.12M | $130.75M |
| Total Current Assets | $547.25M | $328.42M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $150.24M | $226.65M |
| Long-Term Debt | $131.43M | $87.66M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $528.78M | $190.39M |
| Retained Earnings | $738.60M | $24.72M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $321.52M | $104.10M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LNN | BLBD |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $33.92M | $46.79M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-9.33M | $-9.02M |
| Free Cash Flow | $25.66M | $18.75M |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | $-1.32M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-1.25M | $-22.98M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | LNN | BLBD |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 282,206 | 5.17M |
| Short Ratio | 1.72 | 12.41 |
| Short % of Float | 0.04% | 0.19% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 77,380 | 1,150,830 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 107,503 | 652,817 |
| Shares Outstanding | 10.85M | 32.27M |
| Float Shares | 10.77M | 31.51M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.04% | 1.13% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Lindsay vs Blue Bird
| Metric | LNN | BLBD |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.08 | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.80% | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $1.16 | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.26% | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $3.49 | N/A |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 14, 2025 | N/A |