BJ'S WHOLESALE C.H.DL-,01

BJ’s Wholesale Club is targeting an investment-grade financial policy and plans to transition to an unsecured capital structure. The company is aiming for a leverage ratio below 1.0x, measured as net debt to adjusted last-twelve-months EBITDA excluding lease liabilities. Management says the move formalizes the balance-sheet discipline practiced since the 2018 IPO and is consistent with the company’s existing capital allocation priorities. » More on de.investing.com

BJ’s Wholesale reported significant earnings growth and higher revenues, driven by strong fuel revenues. Record memberships, booming digital sales and a new AI assistant support the expansion strategy. The company raised its guidance, prompting investors to expect positive price targets due to the valuation discount. » More on finanzen.net

BJ’s Wholesale Club beat expectations in Q2 with adjusted EPS of $1.36 and revenue of $6.09 billion. Management raised its full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $4.60–$4.80, citing growth in membership revenue, strong fuel sales at gas stations and solid profitability as drivers. Memberships reached a record 8.5 million, the company repurchased shares and opened three new stores, sending the stock significantly higher. » More on de.investing.com