Coty Inc (COTY)vsDollar General Corporation (DG)
COTY
Coty Inc
$2.46
+3.80%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.09B
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$115.88
+1.53%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dollar General Corporation generates 636% more annual revenue ($42.72B vs $5.81B). DG leads profitability with a 3.5% profit margin vs -9.1%. COTY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.18. DG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
COTY
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
DG
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.5%
Fair Value
$8.87
Current Price
$2.46
$6.41 discount
Margin of Safety
+31.8%
Fair Value
$215.69
Current Price
$115.88
$99.81 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 121.9% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.5% revenue growth
ROE of -12.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 22.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.5% 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 EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : COTY
The primary concerns for COTY are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : DG
The primary concerns for DG are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.02 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.5% 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 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
DG is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
DG generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DG scores higher overall (65/100 vs 49/100). COTY offers better value entry with a 71.5% 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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