Five Below Inc (FIVE)vsWilliams-Sonoma Inc (WSM)
FIVE
Five Below Inc
$236.19
-1.16%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $12.91B
WSM
Williams-Sonoma Inc
$253.70
-2.22%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $29.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Williams-Sonoma Inc generates 51% more annual revenue ($8.01B vs $5.31B). WSM leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 11.7%. FIVE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. FIVE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
FIVE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
WSM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.6%
Fair Value
$277.06
Current Price
$236.19
$40.87 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WSM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 418.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 22.9% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 55 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 42.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 14.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FIVE
The strongest argument for FIVE centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 22.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WSM
The strongest argument for WSM centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : FIVE
The primary concerns for FIVE are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WSM
The primary concerns for WSM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIVE profiles as a growth stock while WSM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — expect wider price swings.
FIVE is growing revenue faster at 22.9% — sustainability is the question.
WSM generates stronger free cash flow (481M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIVE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 64/100) and 22.9% 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.
Five Below Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Five Below, Inc. is a specialty value retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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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