Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsMcGraw Hill, Inc. (MH)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$128.68
+2.15%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $27.74B
MH
McGraw Hill, Inc.
$11.20
+2.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dollar General Corporation generates 1948% more annual revenue ($43.08B vs $2.10B). DG leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs 1.7%. DG trades at a lower P/E of 17.8x. DG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
DG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
MH
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.8%
Fair Value
$168.83
Current Price
$128.68
$40.15 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
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.4% revenue growth
3.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
1.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : MH
The strongest argument for MH centers on Price/Book.
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 : MH
The primary concerns for MH are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. A P/E of 50.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.64 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DG is growing revenue faster at 3.4% — sustainability is the question.
DG generates stronger free cash flow (365M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
DG scores higher overall (57/100 vs 40/100). 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.
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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