Academy Sports Outdoors Inc (ASO)vsDick’s Sporting Goods Inc (DKS)
ASO
Academy Sports Outdoors Inc
$58.64
-1.16%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.61B
DKS
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc
$136.17
-3.77%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $14.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc generates 242% more annual revenue ($21.15B vs $6.19B). ASO leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs 4.0%. ASO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.60. ASO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
ASO
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
DKS
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-57.0%
Fair Value
$37.88
Current Price
$58.64
$20.76 premium
Margin of Safety
-37.1%
Fair Value
$149.07
Current Price
$136.17
$12.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 53.2% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.0% revenue growth
6.4% margin — thin
4.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 25.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASO
The strongest argument for ASO centers on P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.60 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DKS
The strongest argument for DKS centers on Revenue Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 53.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.15 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ASO
The primary concerns for ASO are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : DKS
The primary concerns for DKS are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASO profiles as a value stock while DKS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DKS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
DKS is growing revenue faster at 53.2% — sustainability is the question.
DKS generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASO scores higher overall (70/100 vs 63/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Academy Sports Outdoors Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc., is a retailer of sporting goods and outdoor recreational products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Katy, Texas.
Visit Website →Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc., is a sporting goods retailer primarily in the eastern United States. The company is headquartered in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania.
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