Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsThe Marzetti Company (MZTI)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$124.58
+1.29%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $29.39B
MZTI
The Marzetti Company
$104.05
+2.54%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dollar General Corporation generates 2161% more annual revenue ($43.64B vs $1.93B). MZTI leads profitability with a 9.9% profit margin vs 3.9%. DG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.81. DG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
MZTI
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
Margin of Safety
-29.9%
Fair Value
$120.18
Current Price
$104.05
$16.13 premium
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : MZTI
The strongest argument for MZTI centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
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 : MZTI
The primary concerns for MZTI are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MZTI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.36 — expect wider price swings.
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.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
The Marzetti Company engages in the manufacturing and marketing of specialty food products for the retail and foodservice channels in the United States. The company is headquartered in Westerville, Ohio.
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