BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$92.97
-1.44%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $12.05B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$185.29
+3.20%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $148.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 47% more annual revenue ($21.46B vs $14.55B). SCCO leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 2.7%. BJ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.41. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.1%
Fair Value
$134.73
Current Price
$92.97
$41.76 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCCO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Every $100 of equity generates 46 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.3%
Revenue surging 36.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 58.3%. Revenue growth of 36.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a value stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 36.2% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 36.2% revenue growth. BJ offers better value entry with a 26.1% 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.
Southern Copper Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Southern Copper Corporation is engaged in the extraction, exploration, smelting and refining of copper and other minerals in Peru, Mexico, Argentina, Ecuador and Chile.
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