Grocery Outlet Holding Corp (GO)vsWeis Markets Inc (WMK)
GO
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp
$8.56
+1.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $947.68M
WMK
Weis Markets Inc
$78.22
+3.36%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Weis Markets Inc generates 6% more annual revenue ($5.01B vs $4.73B). WMK leads profitability with a 2.0% profit margin vs -8.1%. WMK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
GO
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
WMK
Buy58
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
-5.8%
Fair Value
$66.97
Current Price
$78.22
$11.25 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 54.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
3.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -47.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.6% revenue growth
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GO
The strongest argument for GO centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : WMK
The strongest argument for WMK centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.38 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 : WMK
The primary concerns for WMK are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GO profiles as a turnaround stock while WMK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
WMK is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
GO generates stronger free cash flow (-193,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMK scores higher overall (58/100 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
Weis Markets, Inc. is a food retailer in Pennsylvania and the surrounding states. The company is headquartered in Sunbury, Pennsylvania.
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