BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsCoffee Holding Co Inc (JVA)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$91.43
-0.82%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.86B
JVA
Coffee Holding Co Inc
$4.65
-0.43%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $28.09M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 21241% more annual revenue ($21.46B vs $100.54M). BJ leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs 1.9%. JVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. JVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
JVA
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
+88.3%
Fair Value
$27.30
Current Price
$4.65
$22.65 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 42.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : JVA
The strongest argument for JVA centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.89 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 : JVA
The primary concerns for JVA are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a value stock while JVA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
JVA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
JVA is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
BJ generates stronger free cash flow (193M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JVA scores higher overall (65/100 vs 52/100) and 20.0% revenue growth. BJ offers better value entry with a 24.9% margin of safety. 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.
Coffee Holding Co Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Coffee Holding Co., Inc. manufactures, roasts, packs, markets and distributes roast and blended coffees in the United States, Australia, Canada, England and China. The company is headquartered in Staten Island, New York.
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