BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$92.97
-1.44%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $12.05B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$435.19
+1.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $95.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Holdings Inc generates 256% more annual revenue ($76.39B vs $21.46B). HCA leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 2.7%. HCA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
HCA
Buy63
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
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$506.98
Current Price
$435.19
$71.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
4.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : HCA
The strongest argument for HCA centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HCA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
HCA generates stronger free cash flow (895M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (63/100 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.
HCA Holdings Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
HCA Healthcare is an American for-profit operator of health care facilities that was founded in 1968. It is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and, as of May 2020, owns and operates 186 hospitals and approximately 2,000 sites of care, including surgery centers, freestanding emergency rooms, urgent care centers and physician clinics in 21 states and the United Kingdom.
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