BARK, Inc. (BARK)vsUlta Beauty Inc (ULTA)
BARK
BARK, Inc.
$0.63
-0.71%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $113.43M
ULTA
Ulta Beauty Inc
$526.14
+2.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $23.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ulta Beauty Inc generates 2825% more annual revenue ($12.39B vs $423.69M). ULTA leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs -7.6%. ULTA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
BARK
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
ULTA
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BARK.
Margin of Safety
-291.5%
Fair Value
$174.49
Current Price
$526.14
$351.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -33.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 22.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
Earnings declined 5.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BARK
The strongest argument for BARK centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : ULTA
The strongest argument for ULTA centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BARK
The primary concerns for BARK are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ULTA
The primary concerns for ULTA are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BARK profiles as a turnaround stock while ULTA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BARK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.96 — expect wider price swings.
ULTA is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
ULTA generates stronger free cash flow (907M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ULTA scores higher overall (55/100 vs 31/100) and 11.8% 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.
BARK, Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
The Original BARK Company offers products, services and content for dogs. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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