Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsQualcomm Incorporated (QCOM)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$119.55
+1.42%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.96B
QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated
$130.35
+1.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $137.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Qualcomm Incorporated generates 5% more annual revenue ($44.87B vs $42.72B). QCOM leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 3.5%. QCOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.55. DG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
DG
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
QCOM
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+54.1%
Fair Value
$320.58
Current Price
$119.55
$201.03 discount
Margin of Safety
-285.6%
Fair Value
$33.80
Current Price
$130.35
$96.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 121.9% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Generating 4.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 1.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : QCOM
The strongest argument for QCOM centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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 : QCOM
The primary concerns for QCOM are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QCOM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
DG is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
QCOM generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
DG scores higher overall (65/100 vs 61/100). 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 →Qualcomm Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation headquartered in San Diego, California, and incorporated in Delaware. It creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. It owns patents critical to the 5G, 4G, CDMA2000, TD-SCDMA and WCDMA mobile communications standards.
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