Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsMcGraw Hill, Inc. (MH)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$124.58
+1.29%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $29.39B
MH
McGraw Hill, Inc.
$12.32
+1.73%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dollar General Corporation generates 1961% more annual revenue ($43.64B vs $2.12B). MH leads profitability with a 4.4% profit margin vs 3.9%. DG trades at a lower P/E of 17.3x. DG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
MH
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.5%
Fair Value
$170.18
Current Price
$124.58
$45.60 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 33.3% YoY
Earnings expanding 9860.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
2.6% revenue growth
4.4% margin — thin
ROE of -9.2% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : MH
The strongest argument for MH centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
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.
Bear Case : MH
The primary concerns for MH are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 3.37 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DG is growing revenue faster at 5.2% — sustainability is the question.
DG generates stronger free cash flow (374M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
DG scores higher overall (63/100 vs 57/100). 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 →McGraw Hill, Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
McGraw Hill, Inc., doing business as McGraw Hill, provides information solutions for K-12, higher education, and professional markets in the United States and internationally.
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