BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsTootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$89.98
-1.09%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.66B
TR
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
$37.53
+0.72%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.80B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 3005% more annual revenue ($22.81B vs $734.74M). TR leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 2.6%. BJ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.16. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BJ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TR
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-62.6%
Fair Value
$61.21
Current Price
$89.98
$28.77 premium
Margin of Safety
-1.0%
Fair Value
$39.63
Current Price
$37.53
$2.10 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
15.7% revenue growth
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.6%
Earnings declined 23.9%
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 : TR
The strongest argument for TR centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
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 : TR
The primary concerns for TR are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ profiles as a growth stock while TR is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — 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
BJ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 40/100) and 15.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · CONFECTIONERS · USA
Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc., manufactures and sells confectionery products primarily in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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