Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY)vsFive Below Inc (FIVE)
BBY
Best Buy Co. Inc
$90.17
+0.78%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $18.00B
FIVE
Five Below Inc
$209.49
+0.72%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $11.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Best Buy Co. Inc generates 724% more annual revenue ($41.86B vs $5.08B). FIVE leads profitability with a 8.7% profit margin vs 2.7%. FIVE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. FIVE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BBY
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
FIVE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-64.7%
Fair Value
$40.72
Current Price
$90.17
$49.45 premium
Margin of Safety
+22.4%
Fair Value
$265.64
Current Price
$209.49
$56.15 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 37.9% YoY
Revenue surging 32.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 195.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.9% revenue growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBY
The strongest argument for BBY centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : FIVE
The strongest argument for FIVE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 32.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BBY
The primary concerns for BBY are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : FIVE
The primary concerns for FIVE are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBY profiles as a value stock while FIVE is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BBY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
FIVE is growing revenue faster at 32.5% — sustainability is the question.
BBY generates stronger free cash flow (215M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIVE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 60/100) and 32.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Five Below Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Five Below, Inc. is a specialty value retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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