AKA Brands Holding Corp (AKA)vsRoss Stores Inc (ROST)
AKA
AKA Brands Holding Corp
$10.56
-0.96%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $119.58M
ROST
Ross Stores Inc
$229.87
-2.71%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $78.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ross Stores Inc generates 3839% more annual revenue ($23.78B vs $603.56M). ROST leads profitability with a 9.7% profit margin vs -4.4%. ROST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AKA
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
ROST
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-9.4%
Fair Value
$9.83
Current Price
$10.56
$0.73 premium
Margin of Safety
-8.1%
Fair Value
$178.17
Current Price
$229.87
$51.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 20.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 37.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.7%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -32.0% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.7x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AKA
The strongest argument for AKA centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : ROST
The strongest argument for ROST centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AKA
The primary concerns for AKA are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.26 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ROST
The primary concerns for ROST are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AKA profiles as a turnaround stock while ROST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AKA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
ROST is growing revenue faster at 20.6% — sustainability is the question.
ROST generates stronger free cash flow (624M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ROST scores higher overall (64/100 vs 32/100) and 20.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AKA Brands Holding Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
also known as Brands Holding Corp. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Ross Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Ross Stores, Inc., operating under the brand name Ross Dress for Less, is an American chain of discount department stores headquartered in Dublin, California.
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