BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsEdible Garden AG Inc (EDBL)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$91.43
-0.82%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.86B
EDBL
Edible Garden AG Inc
$0.52
+7.88%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $846,110
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 167404% more annual revenue ($21.46B vs $12.81M). BJ leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs -135.3%. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
EDBL
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.9%
Fair Value
$132.45
Current Price
$91.43
$41.02 discount
Margin of Safety
+37.3%
Fair Value
$6.06
Current Price
$0.52
$5.54 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -208.9% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : EDBL
EDBL has a balanced fundamental profile.
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 : EDBL
The primary concerns for EDBL are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a value stock while EDBL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
EDBL carries more volatility with a beta of 2.41 — expect wider price swings.
EDBL is growing revenue faster at 6.6% — sustainability is the question.
BJ generates stronger free cash flow (193M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BJ scores higher overall (52/100 vs 30/100). EDBL offers better value entry with a 37.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Edible Garden AG Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Edible Garden AG Incorporated and its subsidiaries operate as a controlled environment agricultural company. The company is headquartered in Belvidere, New Jersey.
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