Costco Wholesale Corp (COST)vsUbiquiti Networks Inc (UI)
COST
Costco Wholesale Corp
$974.86
+0.49%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $432.25B
UI
Ubiquiti Networks Inc
$839.05
+0.55%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $50.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Costco Wholesale Corp generates 9532% more annual revenue ($286.27B vs $2.97B). UI leads profitability with a 29.9% profit margin vs 3.0%. UI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. UI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
COST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
UI
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-74.7%
Fair Value
$558.15
Current Price
$974.86
$416.71 premium
Margin of Safety
-4.0%
Fair Value
$685.62
Current Price
$839.05
$153.43 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.9%
Revenue surging 35.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 70.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.5x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 50.0x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COST
The strongest argument for COST centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : UI
The strongest argument for UI centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.9% and operating margin at 35.9%. Revenue growth of 35.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COST
The primary concerns for COST are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 50.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : UI
The primary concerns for UI are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 57.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COST profiles as a value stock while UI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
UI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
UI is growing revenue faster at 35.8% — sustainability is the question.
COST generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UI scores higher overall (73/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 29.9% margins and 35.8% 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.
Costco Wholesale Corp
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Costco Wholesale Corporation (doing business as Costco Wholesale and also known simply as Costco) is an American multinational corporation which operates a chain of membership-only (needing a membership to shop there) big-box retail stores. As of 2020, Costco was the fifth largest retailer in the world, and the world's largest retailer of choice and prime beef, organic foods, rotisserie chicken, and wine as of 2016.
Visit Website →Ubiquiti Networks Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Ubiquiti Inc. develops network technology for service providers, businesses and consumers. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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