BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsMcGraw Hill, Inc. (MH)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$91.49
+2.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.35B
MH
McGraw Hill, Inc.
$12.32
+1.73%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 978% more annual revenue ($22.81B vs $2.12B). MH leads profitability with a 4.4% profit margin vs 2.6%. BJ trades at a lower P/E of 19.7x. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BJ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
MH
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MH.
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 9860.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
2.6% revenue growth
4.4% margin — thin
ROE of -9.2% — below average capital efficiency
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 : MH
The strongest argument for MH centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
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 : MH
The primary concerns for MH are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 3.37 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a growth stock while MH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
BJ generates stronger free cash flow (224M), providing more financial flexibility.
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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.
McGraw Hill, Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
McGraw Hill, Inc., doing business as McGraw Hill, provides information solutions for K-12, higher education, and professional markets in the United States and internationally.
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