Caseys General Stores Inc (CASY)vsFive Below Inc (FIVE)
CASY
Caseys General Stores Inc
$665.39
-0.42%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $24.76B
FIVE
Five Below Inc
$236.19
-1.16%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $12.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caseys General Stores Inc generates 251% more annual revenue ($18.67B vs $5.31B). FIVE leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 4.1%. FIVE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. FIVE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
CASY
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
FIVE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CASY.
Margin of Safety
+25.6%
Fair Value
$277.06
Current Price
$236.19
$40.87 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 24.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 27.7% YoY
Earnings expanding 418.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 22.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CASY
The strongest argument for CASY centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 24.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FIVE
The strongest argument for FIVE centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 22.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CASY
The primary concerns for CASY are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : FIVE
The primary concerns for FIVE are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
CASY is growing revenue faster at 24.3% — sustainability is the question.
CASY generates stronger free cash flow (190M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FIVE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 58/100) and 22.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Caseys General Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Casey's General Stores, Inc., operates convenience stores under the names Casey's and Casey's General Store. The company is headquartered in Ankeny, Iowa.
Five Below Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Five Below, Inc. is a specialty value retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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