BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsAMCON Distributing Company (DIT)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$89.21
+0.92%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.63B
DIT
AMCON Distributing Company
$81.08
0.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $79.14M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 831% more annual revenue ($21.97B vs $2.36B). BJ leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs 0.0%. DIT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. DIT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
BJ
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
DIT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-71.6%
Fair Value
$58.00
Current Price
$89.21
$31.21 premium
Margin of Safety
-47.4%
Fair Value
$76.68
Current Price
$81.08
$4.40 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 124.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
17.1% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.4% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : DIT
The strongest argument for DIT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 17.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BJ
The primary concerns for BJ are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : DIT
The primary concerns for DIT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 172.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a value stock while DIT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BJ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.23 — expect wider price swings.
DIT is growing revenue faster at 17.1% — sustainability is the question.
DIT generates stronger free cash flow (5M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DIT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 50/100) and 17.1% revenue growth. 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.
AMCON Distributing Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
AMCON Distributing Company is engaged in the wholesale distribution of consumer products in the Central, Rocky Mountain and Mid-South regions of the United States. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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