Costco Wholesale Corp (COST)vsTeck Resources Ltd Class B (TECK)
COST
Costco Wholesale Corp
$1,008.79
-0.32%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $449.00B
TECK
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
$60.76
-2.02%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $29.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Costco Wholesale Corp generates 2207% more annual revenue ($286.27B vs $12.41B). TECK leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 3.0%. COST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.14. TECK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
COST
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
TECK
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-89.1%
Fair Value
$535.26
Current Price
$1008.79
$473.53 premium
Margin of Safety
+9.1%
Fair Value
$66.42
Current Price
$60.76
$5.66 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
Strong operational efficiency at 39.8%
Revenue surging 72.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : TECK
The strongest argument for TECK centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 72.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : TECK
The primary concerns for TECK are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TECK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
TECK is growing revenue faster at 72.2% — 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
TECK scores higher overall (73/100 vs 61/100) and 72.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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 →Teck Resources Ltd Class B
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Teck Resources Limited is dedicated to exploring, acquiring, developing and producing natural resources in Asia, Europe and North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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