BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsTantech Holdings Ltd (TANH)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$91.49
+2.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.35B
TANH
Tantech Holdings Ltd
$20.45
-13.86%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $14.60M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 59368% more annual revenue ($22.81B vs $38.36M). BJ leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -80.9%. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BJ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TANH
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-62.6%
Fair Value
$61.20
Current Price
$91.49
$30.29 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TANH.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 16.9%
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 : TANH
The strongest argument for TANH centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
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 : TANH
The primary concerns for TANH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a growth stock while TANH is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TANH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.56 — 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
BJ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 29/100) and 15.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Tantech Holdings Ltd
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · China
Tantech Holdings Ltd, develops and manufactures bamboo-based charcoal products for industrial energy, domestic cooking, heating, purification, agriculture and cleaning applications in the People's Republic of China and internationally. The company is headquartered in Lishui, the People's Republic of China.
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