Boyd Group Services Inc. (BGSI)vsCarMax Inc (KMX)
BGSI
Boyd Group Services Inc.
$137.59
-1.43%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.90B
KMX
CarMax Inc
$41.88
-0.52%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CarMax Inc generates 786% more annual revenue ($27.83B vs $3.14B). KMX leads profitability with a 1.6% profit margin vs 0.6%. KMX trades at a lower P/E of 13.8x. KMX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
BGSI
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
KMX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-373.9%
Fair Value
$38.38
Current Price
$137.59
$99.21 premium
Margin of Safety
-120.8%
Fair Value
$20.74
Current Price
$41.88
$21.14 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 71.4% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 1.4% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 7.5% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BGSI
The strongest argument for BGSI centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bull Case : KMX
The strongest argument for KMX centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BGSI
The primary concerns for BGSI are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 170.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : KMX
The primary concerns for KMX are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
BGSI is growing revenue faster at 5.5% — sustainability is the question.
KMX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KMX scores higher overall (54/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Boyd Group Services Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Boyd Group Services Inc., operates non-franchised collision repair centers in North America. The company is headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
CarMax is a used vehicle retailer based in the United States. It operates two business segments: CarMax Sales Operations and CarMax Auto Finance.
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