BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$97.81
+0.01%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $12.80B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$295.42
+1.03%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $796.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 684% more annual revenue ($168.24B vs $21.46B). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 2.7%. JPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
JPM
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-83.2%
Fair Value
$54.31
Current Price
$97.81
$43.50 premium
Margin of Safety
-116.9%
Fair Value
$136.20
Current Price
$295.42
$159.22 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Generating 368.4B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.5% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 3.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : JPM
The strongest argument for JPM centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 41.1%.
Bear Case : BJ
The primary concerns for BJ are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
JPM generates stronger free cash flow (368.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (63/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins. 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.
JPMorgan Chase & Co
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an American multinational investment bank and financial services holding company headquartered in New York City. JPMorgan Chase is incorporated in Delaware. As a Bulge Bracket bank, it is a major provider of various investment banking and financial services. It is one of America's Big Four banks, along with Bank of America, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo. JPMorgan Chase is considered to be a universal bank and a custodian bank. The J.P. Morgan brand is used by the investment banking, asset management, private banking, private wealth management, and treasury services divisions.
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