BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsRush Enterprises A Inc (RUSHA)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$92.97
-1.44%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $12.05B
RUSHA
Rush Enterprises A Inc
$72.31
+1.42%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 195% more annual revenue ($21.46B vs $7.27B). RUSHA leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs 2.7%. BJ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.41. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
RUSHA
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.1%
Fair Value
$134.73
Current Price
$92.97
$41.76 discount
Margin of Safety
+55.8%
Fair Value
$164.81
Current Price
$72.31
$92.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
3.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : RUSHA
The strongest argument for RUSHA centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
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 : RUSHA
The primary concerns for RUSHA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RUSHA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
BJ generates stronger free cash flow (193M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BJ scores higher overall (52/100 vs 47/100). RUSHA offers better value entry with a 55.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Rush Enterprises A Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Rush Enterprises, Inc. is an integrated retailer of commercial vehicles and related services in the United States. The company is headquartered in New Braunfels, Texas.
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