Caseys General Stores Inc (CASY)vsDick’s Sporting Goods Inc (DKS)
CASY
Caseys General Stores Inc
$659.63
-0.83%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $24.96B
DKS
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc
$190.01
-1.57%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $17.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc generates 1% more annual revenue ($17.22B vs $16.98B). DKS leads profitability with a 4.9% profit margin vs 3.8%. DKS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.84. DKS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CASY
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
DKS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+20.5%
Fair Value
$816.19
Current Price
$659.63
$156.56 discount
Margin of Safety
-201.5%
Fair Value
$67.80
Current Price
$190.01
$122.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 49.8% YoY
Revenue surging 59.9% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 5.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 61.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CASY
The strongest argument for CASY centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 30.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DKS
The strongest argument for DKS centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 59.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CASY
The primary concerns for CASY are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : DKS
The primary concerns for DKS are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CASY profiles as a growth stock while DKS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DKS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
DKS is growing revenue faster at 59.9% — sustainability is the question.
DKS generates stronger free cash flow (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DKS scores higher overall (59/100 vs 53/100) and 59.9% revenue growth. CASY offers better value entry with a 20.5% margin of safety. 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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