BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (BJ)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
BJ
BJs Wholesale Club Holdings Inc
$92.97
-1.44%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $12.05B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$144.57
-1.37%
ENERGY · Cap: $607.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 1419% more annual revenue ($326.01B vs $21.46B). XOM leads profitability with a 7.8% profit margin vs 2.7%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.42. BJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BJ
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.1%
Fair Value
$134.73
Current Price
$92.97
$41.76 discount
Margin of Safety
-34.9%
Fair Value
$107.20
Current Price
$144.57
$37.37 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
2.6% revenue growth
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 43.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BJ
The strongest argument for BJ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.42 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 : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BJ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.27 — expect wider price swings.
BJ is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BJ scores higher overall (52/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Exxon Mobil Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Exxon Mobil Corporation, stylized as ExxonMobil, is an American multinational oil and gas corporation headquartered in Irving, Texas. It is the largest direct descendant of John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil, and was formed on November 30, 1999 by the merger of Exxon (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey) and Mobil (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New York). ExxonMobil's primary brands are Exxon, Mobil, Esso, and ExxonMobil Chemical. ExxonMobil is incorporated in New Jersey.
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