Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsAMCON Distributing Company (DIT)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$115.88
+1.53%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.51B
DIT
AMCON Distributing Company
$88.85
-2.28%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $88.82M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dollar General Corporation generates 1712% more annual revenue ($42.72B vs $2.36B). DG leads profitability with a 3.5% profit margin vs 0.0%. DIT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. DG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
DG
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
DIT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.8%
Fair Value
$215.69
Current Price
$115.88
$99.81 discount
Margin of Safety
+82.3%
Fair Value
$638.51
Current Price
$88.85
$549.66 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 121.9% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 124.6% YoY
17.1% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
3.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.4% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : DIT
The strongest argument for DIT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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.
Bear Case : DIT
The primary concerns for DIT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 193.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DG profiles as a value stock while DIT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
DIT is growing revenue faster at 17.1% — 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 56/100). DIT offers better value entry with a 82.3% 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.
Dollar General Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Dollar General Corporation is an American chain of variety stores headquartered in Goodlettsville, Tennessee.
Visit Website →AMCON Distributing Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
AMCON Distributing Company is engaged in the wholesale distribution of consumer products in the Central, Rocky Mountain and Mid-South regions of the United States. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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