Costco Wholesale Corp (COST)vsFunctional Brands, Inc. Common Stock (MEHA)
COST
Costco Wholesale Corp
$1,014.53
+1.59%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $450.10B
MEHA
Functional Brands, Inc. Common Stock
$0.09
+1.08%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.58M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Costco Wholesale Corp generates 4329704% more annual revenue ($286.27B vs $6.61M). MEHA leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 3.0%. MEHA trades at a lower P/E of 10.8x. COST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
COST
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
MEHA
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for COST.
Margin of Safety
+55.9%
Fair Value
$0.49
Current Price
$0.09
$0.40 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 21.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 45.5% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 107 in profit
Areas to Watch
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 11.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COST
The strongest argument for COST centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 21.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MEHA
The strongest argument for MEHA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : COST
The primary concerns for COST are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 52.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MEHA
The primary concerns for MEHA are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COST profiles as a growth stock while MEHA is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
COST is growing revenue faster at 21.5% — sustainability is the question.
COST generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
COST scores higher overall (61/100 vs 44/100) and 21.5% revenue growth. MEHA offers better value entry with a 55.9% 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.
Costco Wholesale Corp
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Costco Wholesale Corporation (doing business as Costco Wholesale and also known simply as Costco) is an American multinational corporation which operates a chain of membership-only (needing a membership to shop there) big-box retail stores. As of 2020, Costco was the fifth largest retailer in the world, and the world's largest retailer of choice and prime beef, organic foods, rotisserie chicken, and wine as of 2016.
Visit Website →Functional Brands, Inc. Common Stock
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Functional Brands, Inc. (ticker: MEHA) is a forward-thinking company in the consumer packaged goods sector, specializing in functional food and beverage products that cater to the growing health and wellness market. With a robust focus on research and development, the company is well-positioned to leverage increasing consumer demand for innovative, sustainable offerings that promote healthier lifestyles. As the wellness industry continues to evolve, Functional Brands is strategically aligned for substantial growth, making it an attractive investment opportunity for institutional investors seeking exposure to sustainable and impactful brands.
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