Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY)vsODP Corp (ODP)
BBY
Best Buy Co. Inc
$90.80
+3.08%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $18.73B
ODP
ODP Corp
$28.00
0.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $843.30M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Best Buy Co. Inc generates 546% more annual revenue ($42.20B vs $6.53B). BBY leads profitability with a 3.0% profit margin vs -0.1%. ODP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.57. BBY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
BBY
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
ODP
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-60.8%
Fair Value
$41.72
Current Price
$90.80
$49.08 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ODP.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBY
The strongest argument for BBY centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : ODP
The strongest argument for ODP centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.57 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : ODP
The primary concerns for ODP are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 133.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBY profiles as a value stock while ODP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BBY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
BBY is growing revenue faster at 3.6% — sustainability is the question.
BBY generates stronger free cash flow (737M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BBY scores higher overall (60/100 vs 46/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
ODP Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
ODP Corporation provides business services and supplies, digital workplace technology products and solutions for small, medium and enterprise businesses. The company is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.
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