Bloom Energy Corp (BE)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
BE
Bloom Energy Corp
$283.92
+8.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $73.57B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$130.35
+2.16%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.04T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 29020% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $2.45B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs 0.3%. BE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. WMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
BE
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BE.
Margin of Safety
-89.4%
Fair Value
$68.88
Current Price
$130.35
$61.47 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 130.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 10.4x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BE
The strongest argument for BE centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 130.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : BE
The primary concerns for BE are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 47.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BE carries more volatility with a beta of 3.83 — expect wider price swings.
BE is growing revenue faster at 130.4% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMT scores higher overall (43/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Bloom Energy Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Bloom Energy Corporation designs, manufactures and sells solid oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation in the United States, Japan, China, India, and the Republic of Korea. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Walmart Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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