Dollar General Corporation DG
Composite 54/100; the shares have moved about 37% annualised. Names that move more contribute more risk for the same amount invested, and our composite reflects how strong the evidence for this one is right now.
Balance-sheet strength ranks 45/100 — a slight mark against it.
Growth ranks 70/100 — a moderate point in its favour. Valuation ranks 58/100 — a slight point in its favour. Income ranks 56/100 — a slight point in its favour.
Balance-sheet strength ranks 45/100 — a slight mark against it.
What the company does Dollar General operates a chain of discount retail stores across the southern, southwestern, midwestern, and eastern United States, focusing on consumables, packaged foods, perishables, personal care, and seasonal merchandise.
Key financials ROE 18.9%, ROA 4.6%, ROCE 9.2%. Gross margin 30.8%, operating margin 5.9%, net margin 3.6%. Revenue growth 5.2%, EPS growth 33.9%. Debt/Equity 1.79, Interest coverage 10.59, Current ratio 1.17.
Stock health Sideravia overall score 53.6 (Weak quality, attractively valued). Quality 50.6, Growth 71.0, Strength 44.5, Valuation 59.0, Momentum 45.1, Income 57.4. Piotroski F-Score 7/9, Altman Z 2.56.
Price vs fair value Dollar General trades at a discount of 5.20% versus the analyst mean target of 131.90. - DG’s valuation is described as “reasonable” as shares sit 40% lower (Simply Wall St.). - Zacks highlights potential for an earnings beat this season. - Unlocking Q2 potential and key metrics are being explored by Zacks. - Comparable retailers like BJ’s and Costco show stronger momentum, pressuring DG’s relative appeal.
Looking forward Forward P/E 16.56, PEG 5.21, EV/EBITDA 12.37. Dividend yield 1.9%, payout 33.4%. Analysts see upside to 131.90, implying a 5.20% discount from the current price.
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