BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsUdemy Inc (UDMY)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$91.43
-0.82%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.86B
UDMY
Udemy Inc
$4.74
-2.47%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $754.49M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 2617% more annual revenue ($21.46B vs $789.84M). BJ leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs 0.5%. BJ trades at a lower P/E of 20.9x. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
UDMY
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.9%
Fair Value
$132.45
Current Price
$91.43
$41.02 discount
Margin of Safety
+52.9%
Fair Value
$9.81
Current Price
$4.74
$5.07 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : UDMY
UDMY has a balanced fundamental profile.
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 : UDMY
The primary concerns for UDMY are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 172.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UDMY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — 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 35/100). UDMY offers better value entry with a 52.9% margin of safety. 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.
Udemy Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Udemy, Inc. operates a platform for teaching and learning skills in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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