BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsCampbell’s Co (CPB)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$91.49
+2.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.35B
CPB
Campbell’s Co
$21.00
+0.29%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $6.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 134% more annual revenue ($22.81B vs $9.74B). CPB leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs 2.6%. CPB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.56. CPB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BJ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
CPB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-62.6%
Fair Value
$61.20
Current Price
$91.49
$30.29 premium
Margin of Safety
+28.3%
Fair Value
$40.89
Current Price
$21.00
$19.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
15.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 86.4% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Elevated debt levels
4.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 7.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CPB
The strongest argument for CPB centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.56 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BJ
The primary concerns for BJ are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CPB
The primary concerns for CPB are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.85 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a growth stock while CPB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BJ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.18 — expect wider price swings.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
BJ generates stronger free cash flow (224M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CPB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 58/100). 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.
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc., operates warehouse clubs on the East Coast of the United States. The company is headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts.
Campbell’s Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Campbell Soup Company, doing business as Campbell's, is an American processed food and snack company.
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