BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsPerformance Food Group Co (PFGC)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$92.31
+0.30%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.66B
PFGC
Performance Food Group Co
$92.41
+0.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $14.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Performance Food Group Co generates 182% more annual revenue ($64.34B vs $22.81B). BJ leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs 0.6%. PFGC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. PFGC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BJ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PFGC
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-62.6%
Fair Value
$61.21
Current Price
$92.31
$31.10 premium
Margin of Safety
-30.4%
Fair Value
$69.20
Current Price
$92.41
$23.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
15.7% revenue growth
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.2%
Elevated debt levels
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 : PFGC
The strongest argument for PFGC centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.77 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 : PFGC
The primary concerns for PFGC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a growth stock while PFGC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PFGC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — 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
PFGC scores higher overall (62/100 vs 58/100). 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.
Performance Food Group Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Performance Food Group Company, markets and distributes food and food-related products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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