Five Below Inc (FIVE)vsUlta Beauty Inc (ULTA)
FIVE
Five Below Inc
$209.49
+0.72%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $11.20B
ULTA
Ulta Beauty Inc
$508.09
+1.31%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $20.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ulta Beauty Inc generates 150% more annual revenue ($12.71B vs $5.08B). ULTA leads profitability with a 9.4% profit margin vs 8.7%. FIVE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. FIVE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
FIVE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
ULTA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+22.4%
Fair Value
$265.64
Current Price
$209.49
$56.15 discount
Margin of Safety
-23.4%
Fair Value
$553.46
Current Price
$508.09
$45.37 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 32.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 195.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 46 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FIVE
The strongest argument for FIVE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 32.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ULTA
The strongest argument for ULTA centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FIVE
The primary concerns for FIVE are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : ULTA
The primary concerns for ULTA are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIVE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ULTA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
FIVE is growing revenue faster at 32.5% — sustainability is the question.
ULTA generates stronger free cash flow (204M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIVE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 63/100) and 32.5% 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.
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.
Ulta Beauty Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Ulta Beauty, Inc., formerly known as Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance Inc., is an American chain of beauty stores headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Ulta Beauty carries cosmetics and skincare brands, men's and women's fragrances, nail products, bath and body products, beauty tools and haircare products.
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