BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsCarvana Co (CVNA)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$92.97
-1.44%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $12.05B
CVNA
Carvana Co
$77.94
-80.52%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $317.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Carvana Co generates 5% more annual revenue ($22.52B vs $21.46B). CVNA leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs 2.7%. BJ trades at a lower P/E of 21.5x. CVNA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
CVNA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.1%
Fair Value
$134.73
Current Price
$92.97
$41.76 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CVNA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Revenue surging 52.0% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
6.4% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : CVNA
The strongest argument for CVNA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 52.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BJ
The primary concerns for BJ are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CVNA
The primary concerns for CVNA are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 231.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a value stock while CVNA is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CVNA carries more volatility with a beta of 3.55 — expect wider price swings.
CVNA is growing revenue faster at 52.0% — sustainability is the question.
BJ generates stronger free cash flow (193M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BJ scores higher overall (52/100 vs 52/100). 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.
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc., operates warehouse clubs on the East Coast of the United States. The company is headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts.
Carvana Co
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Carvana Co., operates an e-commerce platform to buy and sell used cars in the United States. The company is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona.
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