Abercrombie & Fitch Company (ANF)vsThe TJX Companies Inc (TJX)
ANF
Abercrombie & Fitch Company
$88.55
-0.33%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.18B
TJX
The TJX Companies Inc
$159.74
+0.86%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $177.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The TJX Companies Inc generates 1046% more annual revenue ($60.37B vs $5.27B). ANF leads profitability with a 9.6% profit margin vs 9.1%. TJX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.24. ANF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ANF
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TJX
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.6%
Fair Value
$121.34
Current Price
$88.55
$32.79 discount
Margin of Safety
+30.8%
Fair Value
$227.92
Current Price
$159.74
$68.18 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 28.3% YoY
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.0% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANF
The strongest argument for ANF centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : TJX
The strongest argument for TJX centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : ANF
The primary concerns for ANF are EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TJX
The primary concerns for TJX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
TJX is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
TJX generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor APPAREL RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ANF scores higher overall (59/100 vs 56/100). TJX offers better value entry with a 30.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Abercrombie & Fitch Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Abercrombie & Fitch Co., is a specialty retailer. The company is headquartered in New Albany, Ohio.
The TJX Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
The TJX Companies, Inc. (abbreviated TJX) is an American multinational off-price department store corporation, headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts.
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