Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsLifeway Foods Inc (LWAY)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$103.70
+0.17%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.32B
LWAY
Lifeway Foods Inc
$23.04
+1.99%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $359.12M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dollar General Corporation generates 18676% more annual revenue ($43.08B vs $229.42M). LWAY leads profitability with a 6.5% profit margin vs 3.6%. DG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. LWAY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
DG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LWAY
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.5%
Fair Value
$170.04
Current Price
$103.70
$66.34 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LWAY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 36.7% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 30.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.4% revenue growth
3.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : LWAY
The strongest argument for LWAY centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 36.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DG
The primary concerns for DG are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LWAY
The primary concerns for LWAY are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DG profiles as a value stock while LWAY is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LWAY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
LWAY is growing revenue faster at 36.7% — sustainability is the question.
DG generates stronger free cash flow (365M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LWAY scores higher overall (60/100 vs 59/100) and 36.7% revenue growth. 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 →Lifeway Foods Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Lifeway Foods, Inc. produces and markets probiotic-based products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Morton Grove, Illinois.
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