BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsKraft Heinz Co (KHC)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$91.49
+2.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.35B
KHC
Kraft Heinz Co
$24.60
+0.86%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $29.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kraft Heinz Co generates 9% more annual revenue ($24.90B vs $22.81B). BJ leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -13.6%. KHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BJ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
KHC
Buy57
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
+14.7%
Fair Value
$29.30
Current Price
$24.60
$4.70 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -9.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 1.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
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 : KHC
The strongest argument for KHC centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.99 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 : KHC
The primary concerns for KHC are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a growth stock while KHC is a turnaround 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.
KHC generates stronger free cash flow (893M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BJ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 57/100) and 15.7% revenue growth. 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.
Kraft Heinz Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC), commonly known as Kraft Heinz, is an American food company formed by the merger of Kraft Foods and Heinz, co-headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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