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Caseys General Stores Inc (CASY)vsDick’s Sporting Goods Inc (DKS)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc generates 9% more annual revenue ($19.20B vs $17.56B). DKS leads profitability with a 4.7% profit margin vs 4.1%. DKS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. DKS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).

CASY

Buy

56

out of 100

Grade: C

Growth: 7.3Profit: 6.0Value: 3.7Quality: 7.0
Piotroski: 7/9Altman Z: 3.41

DKS

Strong Buy

69

out of 100

Grade: B-

Growth: 8.0Profit: 6.0Value: 4.7Quality: 5.0
Piotroski: 1/9Altman Z: 2.22
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

Intrinsic value data unavailable for CASY.

DKSSignificantly Overvalued (-33.3%)

Margin of Safety

-33.3%

Fair Value

$153.33

Current Price

$200.74

$47.41 premium

UndervaluedFair: $153.33Overvalued

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

CASY2 strengths · Avg: 10.0/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
66.0%10/10

Earnings expanding 66.0% YoY

Altman Z-ScoreHealth
3.4110/10

Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk

DKS1 strengths · Avg: 10.0/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
62.7%10/10

Revenue surging 62.7% year-over-year

Areas to Watch

CASY4 concerns · Avg: 2.8/10
Price/BookValuation
8.0x4/10

Trading at 8.0x book value

Profit MarginProfitability
4.1%3/10

4.1% margin — thin

PEG RatioValuation
3.762/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

P/E RatioValuation
45.5x2/10

Premium valuation, high expectations priced in

DKS4 concerns · Avg: 2.8/10
Profit MarginProfitability
4.7%3/10

4.7% margin — thin

Debt/EquityHealth
1.393/10

Elevated debt levels

Piotroski F-ScoreQuality
1/93/10

Weak financial health signals

Free Cash FlowQuality
$-13.04M2/10

Negative free cash flow — burning cash

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : CASY

The strongest argument for CASY centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.

Bull Case : DKS

The strongest argument for DKS centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 62.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.

Bear Case : CASY

The primary concerns for CASY are Price/Book, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 45.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.

Bear Case : DKS

The primary concerns for DKS are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

CASY profiles as a value stock while DKS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.

DKS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.

DKS is growing revenue faster at 62.7% — sustainability is the question.

CASY generates stronger free cash flow (207M), providing more financial flexibility.

Bottom Line

DKS scores higher overall (69/100 vs 56/100) and 62.7% revenue growth. 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.

Caseys General Stores Inc

CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA

Casey's General Stores, Inc., operates convenience stores under the names Casey's and Casey's General Store. The company is headquartered in Ankeny, Iowa.

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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