BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsHershey Co (HSY)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$91.49
+2.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.35B
HSY
Hershey Co
$173.32
-0.59%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $34.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 88% more annual revenue ($22.81B vs $12.16B). HSY leads profitability with a 12.2% profit margin vs 2.6%. HSY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. HSY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
BJ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
HSY
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-62.6%
Fair Value
$61.20
Current Price
$91.49
$30.29 premium
Margin of Safety
-19.4%
Fair Value
$193.34
Current Price
$173.32
$20.02 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
15.7% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Earnings expanding 631.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Elevated debt levels
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HSY
The strongest argument for HSY centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.87 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 : HSY
The primary concerns for HSY are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a growth stock while HSY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BJ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.18 — expect wider price swings.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
HSY generates stronger free cash flow (329M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HSY scores higher overall (72/100 vs 58/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Hershey Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · CONFECTIONERS · USA
The Hershey Company, commonly known as Hershey's, is an American multinational company and one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world. It also manufactures baked products, such as cookies and cakes, and sells beverages like milkshakes, and many more that are produced globally. Its headquarters are in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
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