Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY)vsCaseys General Stores Inc (CASY)
BBY
Best Buy Co. Inc
$93.87
-2.36%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $20.34B
CASY
Caseys General Stores Inc
$665.39
-0.42%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $24.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Best Buy Co. Inc generates 126% more annual revenue ($42.20B vs $18.67B). CASY leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs 3.0%. BBY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.75. BBY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
BBY
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
CASY
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-58.2%
Fair Value
$42.40
Current Price
$93.87
$51.47 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CASY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Earnings expanding 70.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 24.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 27.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBY
The strongest argument for BBY centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : CASY
The strongest argument for CASY centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 24.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BBY
The primary concerns for BBY are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CASY
The primary concerns for CASY are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBY profiles as a value stock while CASY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BBY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
CASY is growing revenue faster at 24.3% — sustainability is the question.
BBY generates stronger free cash flow (737M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BBY scores higher overall (60/100 vs 58/100). 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.
Best Buy Co. Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Best Buy Co., Inc. is an American multinational consumer electronics retailer headquartered in Richfield, Minnesota.
Caseys General Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Casey's General Stores, Inc., operates convenience stores under the names Casey's and Casey's General Store. The company is headquartered in Ankeny, Iowa.
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