BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsSimply Good Foods Co (SMPL)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$89.21
+0.92%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.63B
SMPL
Simply Good Foods Co
$11.94
+2.14%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 1451% more annual revenue ($21.97B vs $1.42B). BJ leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -7.5%. SMPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.64. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
BJ
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
SMPL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-71.6%
Fair Value
$58.00
Current Price
$89.21
$31.21 premium
Margin of Safety
+47.0%
Fair Value
$30.98
Current Price
$11.94
$19.04 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.1% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : SMPL
The strongest argument for SMPL centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/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 : SMPL
The primary concerns for SMPL are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a value stock while SMPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BJ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.23 — expect wider price swings.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 9.9% — sustainability is the question.
SMPL generates stronger free cash flow (3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BJ scores higher overall (50/100 vs 46/100). SMPL offers better value entry with a 47.0% 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.
Simply Good Foods Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Simply Good Foods Company is a consumer packaged food and beverage company in North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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