Caseys General Stores Inc (CASY)vsWilliams-Sonoma Inc (WSM)
CASY
Caseys General Stores Inc
$597.48
-1.64%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $27.14B
WSM
Williams-Sonoma Inc
$224.20
+2.41%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $26.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caseys General Stores Inc generates 119% more annual revenue ($17.56B vs $8.01B). WSM leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 4.1%. WSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.58. WSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
CASY
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
WSM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 66.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 55 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 42.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 14.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CASY
The strongest argument for CASY centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WSM
The strongest argument for WSM centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CASY
The primary concerns for CASY are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WSM
The primary concerns for WSM are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
CASY is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
WSM generates stronger free cash flow (481M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WSM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Caseys General Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Casey's General Stores, Inc., operates convenience stores under the names Casey's and Casey's General Store. The company is headquartered in Ankeny, Iowa.
Williams-Sonoma Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an omnichannel specialty retailer of various home products. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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