BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsJohn B Sanfilippo & Son Inc (JBSS)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$91.49
+2.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.35B
JBSS
John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc
$70.26
-0.82%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $863.86M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 1840% more annual revenue ($22.81B vs $1.18B). JBSS leads profitability with a 5.3% profit margin vs 2.6%. JBSS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BJ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
JBSS
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
-53.3%
Fair Value
$51.52
Current Price
$70.26
$18.74 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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.3% margin — thin
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 : JBSS
The strongest argument for JBSS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio.
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 : JBSS
The primary concerns for JBSS are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a growth stock while JBSS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JBSS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
BJ generates stronger free cash flow (224M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BJ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 51/100) and 15.7% 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.
John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc., along with its subsidiary, JBSS Ventures, LLC, processes and distributes tree nuts and peanuts in the United States. The company is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois.
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