Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsFresh Del Monte Produce Inc (FDP)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$114.13
-1.46%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.51B
FDP
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc
$41.49
-1.05%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dollar General Corporation generates 888% more annual revenue ($42.72B vs $4.32B). DG leads profitability with a 3.5% profit margin vs 2.1%. DG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. DG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
DG
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
FDP
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
$114.13
$101.56 discount
Margin of Safety
+23.3%
Fair Value
$52.06
Current Price
$41.49
$10.57 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 56.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
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 : FDP
The strongest argument for FDP centers on Price/Book, 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.
Bear Case : FDP
The primary concerns for FDP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — 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.
Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DG scores higher overall (65/100 vs 56/100). FDP offers better value entry with a 23.3% 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 →Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FARM PRODUCTS · USA
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. produces, markets and distributes fresh and fresh cut fruits and vegetables in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in George Town, Cayman Islands.
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