BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsSysco Corporation (SYY)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$91.43
-0.82%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.86B
SYY
Sysco Corporation
$74.71
+1.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $35.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sysco Corporation generates 289% more annual revenue ($83.57B vs $21.46B). BJ leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs 2.1%. SYY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. SYY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
SYY
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.9%
Fair Value
$132.45
Current Price
$91.43
$41.02 discount
Margin of Safety
+23.0%
Fair Value
$114.39
Current Price
$74.71
$39.68 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Every $100 of equity generates 82 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Trading at 15.7x book value
4.7% revenue growth
2.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : SYY
The strongest argument for SYY centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, 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, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SYY
The primary concerns for SYY are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SYY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
SYY generates stronger free cash flow (385M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SYY scores higher overall (54/100 vs 52/100). BJ offers better value entry with a 24.9% margin of safety. 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.
Sysco Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Sysco Corporation is an American multinational corporation involved in marketing and distributing food products, smallwares, kitchen equipment and tabletop items to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, hospitality businesses like hotels and inns, and wholesale to other companies that provide foodservice (like Aramark and Sodexo). The company is headquartered in the Energy Corridor district of Houston, Texas.
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