Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY)vsDick’s Sporting Goods Inc (DKS)
BBY
Best Buy Co. Inc
$92.85
-1.81%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $18.73B
DKS
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc
$121.15
-2.24%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $11.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Best Buy Co. Inc generates 100% more annual revenue ($42.20B vs $21.15B). DKS leads profitability with a 4.0% profit margin vs 3.0%. DKS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. DKS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
BBY
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
DKS
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-60.1%
Fair Value
$41.89
Current Price
$92.85
$50.96 premium
Margin of Safety
-19.6%
Fair Value
$170.95
Current Price
$121.15
$49.80 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Earnings expanding 70.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 53.2% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
4.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 25.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBY
The strongest argument for BBY centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
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 1.01 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BBY
The primary concerns for BBY are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
BBY profiles as a value stock while DKS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BBY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
DKS is growing revenue faster at 53.2% — sustainability is the question.
BBY generates stronger free cash flow (737M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DKS scores higher overall (63/100 vs 60/100) and 53.2% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Best Buy Co. Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Best Buy Co., Inc. is an American multinational consumer electronics retailer headquartered in Richfield, Minnesota.
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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