BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsFomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$92.97
-1.44%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $12.05B
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$121.20
+1.08%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $40.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 3875% more annual revenue ($852.92B vs $21.46B). FMX leads profitability with a 3.3% profit margin vs 2.7%. BJ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.41. FMX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
FMX
Buy54
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 FMX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Earnings expanding 167.8% YoY
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%
Moderate valuation
3.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
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 : FMX
The primary concerns for FMX are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.27 — expect wider price swings.
FMX is growing revenue faster at 6.3% — sustainability is the question.
FMX generates stronger free cash flow (842M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FMX scores higher overall (54/100 vs 52/100). BJ offers better value entry with a 26.1% margin of safety. 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.
Fomento Economico Mexicano
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Fomento Econmico Mexicano, SAB de CV, is a bottler of Coca-Cola brand beverages. The company is headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico.
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