Tokyo Lifestyle Co., Ltd. (TKLF)vsUlta Beauty Inc (ULTA)
TKLF
Tokyo Lifestyle Co., Ltd.
$1.58
-3.07%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $7.37M
ULTA
Ulta Beauty Inc
$547.89
-0.23%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $23.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ulta Beauty Inc generates 3371% more annual revenue ($12.96B vs $373.22M). ULTA leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs 0.2%. TKLF trades at a lower P/E of 8.7x. ULTA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
TKLF
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
ULTA
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-82.7%
Fair Value
$1.56
Current Price
$1.58
$0.02 premium
Margin of Safety
-20.9%
Fair Value
$565.10
Current Price
$547.89
$17.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 63.0% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 46 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TKLF
The strongest argument for TKLF centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 63.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ULTA
The strongest argument for ULTA centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TKLF
The primary concerns for TKLF are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : ULTA
The primary concerns for ULTA are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TKLF profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ULTA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ULTA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
TKLF is growing revenue faster at 63.0% — sustainability is the question.
ULTA generates stronger free cash flow (38M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ULTA scores higher overall (61/100 vs 42/100). 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.
Tokyo Lifestyle Co., Ltd.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Yoshitsu Co., Ltd is engaged in the retail and wholesale of beauty, health and other products. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Ulta Beauty Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Ulta Beauty, Inc., formerly known as Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance Inc., is an American chain of beauty stores headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Ulta Beauty carries cosmetics and skincare brands, men's and women's fragrances, nail products, bath and body products, beauty tools and haircare products.
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