Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY)vsCaseys General Stores Inc (CASY)
BBY
Best Buy Co. Inc
$62.80
-2.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $13.16B
CASY
Caseys General Stores Inc
$659.63
-0.83%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $24.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Best Buy Co. Inc generates 145% more annual revenue ($41.69B vs $16.98B). CASY leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs 2.6%. BBY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.18. BBY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BBY
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
CASY
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.6%
Fair Value
$235.87
Current Price
$62.80
$173.07 discount
Margin of Safety
+20.5%
Fair Value
$816.19
Current Price
$659.63
$156.56 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Earnings expanding 371.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 49.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.6% margin — thin
Revenue declined 100.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 5.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBY
The strongest argument for BBY centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CASY
The strongest argument for CASY centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 30.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BBY
The primary concerns for BBY are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CASY
The primary concerns for CASY are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBY profiles as a value stock while CASY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BBY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
CASY is growing revenue faster at 30.0% — sustainability is the question.
BBY generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BBY scores higher overall (64/100 vs 53/100). CASY offers better value entry with a 20.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Best Buy Co. Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Best Buy Co., Inc. is an American multinational consumer electronics retailer headquartered in Richfield, Minnesota.
Caseys General Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Casey's General Stores, Inc., operates convenience stores under the names Casey's and Casey's General Store. The company is headquartered in Ankeny, Iowa.
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