Grocery Outlet Holding Corp (GO)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
GO
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp
$9.47
+1.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $947.68M
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$118.88
+1.91%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $961.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 15236% more annual revenue ($725.30B vs $4.73B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs -8.1%. WMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
GO
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
WMT
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.0%
Fair Value
$24.46
Current Price
$9.47
$14.99 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Areas to Watch
3.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -47.3% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 9.5x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GO
The strongest argument for GO centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : GO
The primary concerns for GO are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 2.28 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 42.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GO profiles as a turnaround stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
GO generates stronger free cash flow (-193,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMT scores higher overall (49/100 vs 36/100). GO offers better value entry with a 60.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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 · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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