BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$92.97
-1.44%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $12.05B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$510.55
+0.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 415% more annual revenue ($21.46B vs $4.16B). VMI leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 2.7%. VMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
VMI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
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
-71.5%
Fair Value
$278.61
Current Price
$510.55
$231.94 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
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 : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
VMI is growing revenue faster at 6.2% — 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
VMI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100). BJ offers better value entry with a 26.1% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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