BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsVillage Super Market Inc (VLGEA)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$86.36
+0.92%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $11.17B
VLGEA
Village Super Market Inc
$43.02
+2.93%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $602.60M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc generates 817% more annual revenue ($21.97B vs $2.40B). BJ leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs 2.3%. VLGEA trades at a lower P/E of 11.1x. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
BJ
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
VLGEA
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-71.4%
Fair Value
$58.05
Current Price
$86.36
$28.31 premium
Margin of Safety
+27.6%
Fair Value
$51.91
Current Price
$43.02
$8.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Elevated debt levels
1.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : VLGEA
The strongest argument for VLGEA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
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 : VLGEA
The primary concerns for VLGEA are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VLGEA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 9.9% — sustainability is the question.
VLGEA generates stronger free cash flow (-16M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BJ scores higher overall (50/100 vs 42/100). VLGEA offers better value entry with a 27.6% margin of safety. 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.
Village Super Market Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
Village Super Market, Inc. operates a chain of supermarkets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Springfield, New Jersey.
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