BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (BJ) Factsheet
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BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (BJ) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-08-25. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 13.1%. FCF margin 1.6%. D/E 0.3x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 13.1% | Solid returns |
| FCF Margin | 1.6% | Cash flow pressure |
| Debt/Equity | 0.3x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 13.1% — Top 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 1.6% — Bottom 50%.
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Profitability: BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. earns 13.1% ROIC, Top 50% in Consumer Discretionary
ROIC TTM 13.1%, sector median 6.8%, Top 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 2.8% × asset turnover 3.0x. Gross margin 36.1%. Operating margin 3.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
| Metric | BJ | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 13.1% | Good | Above sector median of 6.8% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 27.5% | Excellent | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 36.1% | Good | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 3.8% | Warning | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. generates $358.2M FCF at 1.6% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $358.2M. FCF margin 1.6%, Bottom 50%. OCF/Net income 1.9x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
| Metric | BJ | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 1.6% | Warning | Thin cash margins |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $358.2M | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.9x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. at 0.3x leverage, 18.5x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.3x. Total debt $629.2M, cash & investments $30.0M. Interest coverage 18.5x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
| Metric | BJ | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.3x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $-599.3M | Adequate | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 18.5x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. trades at 23.6x earnings
P/E 23.6x. EV/Sales 0.6x. FCF yield 2.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
| Metric | BJ | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 23.6x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 0.6x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 2.6% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
Capital Allocation: BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. returns 3.9% shareholder yield, reducing shares 4.0% YoY
Total shareholder yield 3.9% (buyback 3.9%). Share count -4.0% YoY. Capital returned $552.7M TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
| Metric | BJ | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 3.9% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 3.9% | Good | Active share repurchases |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -4.0% | Good | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $552.7M | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 13.1% | Top 50% | 1.9x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 1.6% | Bottom 50% | 0.5x below |
| Gross Margin | 36.1% | Bottom 50% | 0.9x below |
| Operating Margin | 3.8% | Bottom 50% | 0.9x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 27.5% | Top 50% | 2.4x above |
| P/E Ratio | 23.6x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | BJ | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 13.1% | Good | Top 50% of sector (median: 6.8%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 1.6% | Warning | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 3.2%) |
| Gross Margin | 36.1% | Good | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 38.1%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 28.6% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 23.6x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 2.6% | Warning | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (BJ) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 13.1%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 13.8% with a declining trend. Sector median 6.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
Q: What is BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (BJ) has a free cash flow margin of 1.6%, generating $358.2 million in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
Q: What is BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (BJ) trades at a P/E ratio of 23.6x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 0.6x. FCF yield 2.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
Q: What is BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.'s revenue and earnings growth?
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (BJ) grew revenue by 9.1% year-over-year. EPS +5.0% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
Q: Is BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. buying back stock?
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (BJ) repurchased $552.7 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 3.9%. Share count -4.0% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
Q: How does BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. compare to competitors in Consumer Discretionary?
Compared to other companies in Consumer Discretionary, BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (BJ) shows: ROIC 13.1%, sector median 6.8% (Top 50%). FCF margin 1.6%, sector median 3.2% (Bottom 50%). Gross margin 36.1%, 2.0pp below sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Consumer Discretionary companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.?
Quantitative warning flags for BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (BJ): 1) FCF margin 1.6% (below 5%). Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-25.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-08-25. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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