Grocery Outlet Holding Corp (GO)vsIngles Markets Incorporated (IMKTA)
GO
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp
$6.54
+0.15%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $641.92M
IMKTA
Ingles Markets Incorporated
$86.57
-0.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ingles Markets Incorporated generates 16% more annual revenue ($5.42B vs $4.69B). IMKTA leads profitability with a 1.8% profit margin vs -4.8%. IMKTA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
GO
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
IMKTA
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GO.
Margin of Safety
+63.0%
Fair Value
$234.47
Current Price
$86.57
$147.90 discount
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
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.1%
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GO
The strongest argument for GO centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : IMKTA
The primary concerns for IMKTA are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.8% 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.
IMKTA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
GO is growing revenue faster at 10.7% — sustainability is the question.
GO generates stronger free cash flow (6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IMKTA scores higher overall (66/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Strong 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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