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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 20% more annual revenue ($21.15B vs $17.56B). CASY leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs 4.0%. DKS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. DKS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).

CASY

Buy

56

out of 100

Grade: C

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

DKS

Buy

63

out of 100

Grade: C+

Growth: 6.7Profit: 5.5Value: 5.3Quality: 4.5
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 (-19.6%)

Margin of Safety

-19.6%

Fair Value

$170.95

Current Price

$121.15

$49.80 premium

UndervaluedFair: $170.95Overvalued

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

DKS3 strengths · Avg: 8.7/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
53.2%10/10

Revenue surging 53.2% year-over-year

P/E RatioValuation
14.6x8/10

Attractively priced relative to earnings

Price/BookValuation
1.9x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

Areas to Watch

CASY3 concerns · Avg: 3.0/10
P/E RatioValuation
38.3x4/10

Premium valuation, high expectations priced in

Profit MarginProfitability
4.1%3/10

4.1% margin — thin

PEG RatioValuation
3.292/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

DKS4 concerns · Avg: 2.8/10
Profit MarginProfitability
4.0%3/10

4.0% margin — thin

Debt/EquityHealth
1.393/10

Elevated debt levels

Piotroski F-ScoreQuality
1/93/10

Weak financial health signals

EPS GrowthGrowth
-25.7%2/10

Earnings declined 25.7%

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, 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 : CASY

The primary concerns for CASY are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. 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 4.0% 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 1.14 — expect wider price swings.

DKS is growing revenue faster at 53.2% — sustainability is the question.

CASY generates stronger free cash flow (190M), providing more financial flexibility.

Bottom Line

DKS scores higher overall (63/100 vs 56/100) 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.

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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