Grocery Outlet Holding Corp (GO)vsIngles Markets Incorporated (IMKTA)
GO
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp
$8.56
+1.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $947.68M
IMKTA
Ingles Markets Incorporated
$91.15
+4.60%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ingles Markets Incorporated generates 14% more annual revenue ($5.40B vs $4.73B). IMKTA leads profitability with a 1.9% profit margin vs -8.1%. IMKTA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
GO
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
IMKTA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.2%
Fair Value
$24.61
Current Price
$8.56
$16.05 discount
Margin of Safety
-85.0%
Fair Value
$46.89
Current Price
$91.15
$44.26 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 70.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
3.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -47.3% — below average capital efficiency
3.4% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GO
The strongest argument for GO centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : IMKTA
The strongest argument for IMKTA centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GO
The primary concerns for GO are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 2.28 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : IMKTA
The primary concerns for IMKTA are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GO profiles as a turnaround stock while IMKTA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
GO is growing revenue faster at 3.6% — sustainability is the question.
IMKTA generates stronger free cash flow (67M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IMKTA scores higher overall (63/100 vs 36/100). GO offers better value entry with a 60.2% 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.
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. The company is headquartered in Emeryville, California.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
Ingles Markets, Incorporated operates a chain of supermarkets in the southeastern United States. The company is headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina.
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