Coty Inc (COTY)vsDollar General Corporation (DG)
COTY
Coty Inc
$2.70
+2.66%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.43B
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$124.58
+1.29%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $29.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dollar General Corporation generates 652% more annual revenue ($43.64B vs $5.81B). DG leads profitability with a 3.9% profit margin vs -10.4%. COTY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.18. DG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
COTY
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
DG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+63.9%
Fair Value
$7.00
Current Price
$2.70
$4.30 discount
Margin of Safety
+13.5%
Fair Value
$170.18
Current Price
$124.58
$45.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 33.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -17.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COTY
The strongest argument for COTY centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : COTY
The primary concerns for COTY are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : DG
The primary concerns for DG are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.68 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COTY profiles as a turnaround stock while DG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
COTY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
DG is growing revenue faster at 5.2% — sustainability is the question.
DG generates stronger free cash flow (374M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DG scores higher overall (63/100 vs 47/100). COTY offers better value entry with a 63.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Coty Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Coty Inc., manufactures, markets, distributes and sells beauty products worldwide. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Dollar General Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Dollar General Corporation is an American chain of variety stores headquartered in Goodlettsville, Tennessee.
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