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Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Best Buy Co. Inc stock (BBY) is currently trading at $60.40. Best Buy Co. Inc PE ratio is 12.24. Best Buy Co. Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.31. Analyst consensus price target for BBY is $74.35. WallStSmart rates BBY as Hold.

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BBY

Best Buy Co. Inc

NYSECONSUMER CYCLICAL
$60.40
$1.31 (-2.12%)
52W$52.06
$82.62
Target$74.35+23.1%

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BBY Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY)

Margin of Safety
+71.6%
Strong Buy Zone
BBY Fair Value
$235.87
Graham Formula
Current Price
$60.40
$175.47 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $235.87
Overvalued
Price $60.40
Graham IV $235.87
Analyst $74.35

BBY trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $235.87, offering a 72% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, peg ratio, return on equity. Concerns around operating margin and revenue growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY) Key Strengths (6)

Avg Score: 9.5/10
Return on EquityProfitability
37.00%10/10

Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $37 in profit

Price/SalesValuation
0.3110/10

Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue

EPS GrowthGrowth
372.50%10/10

Earnings per share surging 372.50% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
100.38%10/10

100.38% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$12.93B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

PEG RatioValuation
1.198/10

Good growth relative to its price

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
12.24
Undervalued
Forward P/E
9.51
Attractive
Trailing P/E
12.24
Undervalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
0.31
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
0.373
Undervalued

Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY) Areas to Watch (4)

Avg Score: 2.0/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
-1.00%0/10

Revenue declining -1.00%, a shrinking business

Operating MarginProfitability
5.02%2/10

Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency

Profit MarginProfitability
2.56%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Price/BookValuation
4.444/10

Premium pricing at 4.4x book value

Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 64/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 9.5/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 2.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, Price/Sales, EPS Growth. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.19), Price/Sales (0.31) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 37.00%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 372.50%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (4.44) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -1.00%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 5.02%, Profit Margin at 2.56%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 37.00% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -1.00% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Return on Equity, Price/Sales) and negatives (Revenue Growth, Operating Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

BBY Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

BBY's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.31x trades at a 48% premium to its historical average of 0.21x (81th percentile). The current valuation is 24% below its historical high of 0.41x set in Jan 2018, and 520% above its historical low of 0.05x in Dec 2012.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY) · CONSUMER CYCLICALSPECIALTY RETAIL

The Big Picture

Best Buy Co. Inc faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 41.7B with 100% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 256.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 3700.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 1.1B in free cash flow and 1.3B in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Revenue Decline

Revenue contracted 100% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.

What to Watch Next

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 6.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

Sector dynamics: monitor SPECIALTY RETAIL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Best Buy Co. Inc.

Bottom Line

Best Buy Co. Inc faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Best Buy Co. Inc(BBY)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

CONSUMER CYCLICAL

Industry

SPECIALTY RETAIL

Country

USA

Best Buy Co., Inc. is an American multinational consumer electronics retailer headquartered in Richfield, Minnesota.