Grocery Outlet Holding Corp (GO)vsSprouts Farmers Market LLC (SFM)
GO
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp
$6.54
+0.15%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $568.31M
SFM
Sprouts Farmers Market LLC
$75.26
-0.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $7.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sprouts Farmers Market LLC generates 88% more annual revenue ($8.81B vs $4.69B). SFM leads profitability with a 5.9% profit margin vs -4.8%. SFM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
GO
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
SFM
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GO.
Margin of Safety
+64.4%
Fair Value
$184.46
Current Price
$75.26
$109.20 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.1%
Elevated debt levels
5.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GO
The strongest argument for GO centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SFM
The strongest argument for SFM centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.14 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GO
The primary concerns for GO are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SFM
The primary concerns for SFM are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GO profiles as a turnaround stock while SFM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SFM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
GO is growing revenue faster at 10.7% — sustainability is the question.
SFM generates stronger free cash flow (65M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SFM scores higher overall (62/100 vs 43/100). 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.
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. The company is headquartered in Emeryville, California.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · GROCERY STORES · USA
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. offers fresh, natural and organic food products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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