BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsKimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$91.49
+2.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.35B
KMB
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
$98.15
-0.34%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $34.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 38% more annual revenue ($22.81B vs $16.58B). KMB leads profitability with a 11.8% profit margin vs 2.6%. KMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.11. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BJ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
KMB
Buy52
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
-35.5%
Fair Value
$79.42
Current Price
$98.15
$18.73 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 112 in profit
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
Trading at 18.7x book value
0.6% revenue growth
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 : KMB
The strongest argument for KMB centers on Return on Equity.
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 : KMB
The primary concerns for KMB are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.72 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a growth stock while KMB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KMB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.27 — expect wider price swings.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
KMB generates stronger free cash flow (556M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BJ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 52/100) 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.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Kimberly-Clark Corporation is an American multinational personal care corporation that produces mostly paper-based consumer products. The company manufactures sanitary paper products and surgical & medical instruments. Kimberly-Clark brand name products include Kleenex facial tissue, Kotex feminine hygiene products, Cottonelle, Scott and Andrex toilet paper, Wypall utility wipes, KimWipes scientific cleaning wipes and Huggies disposable diapers and baby wipes.
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