Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsTootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$120.60
-1.66%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $27.01B
TR
Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
$37.53
+0.72%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.80B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dollar General Corporation generates 5839% more annual revenue ($43.64B vs $734.74M). TR leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 3.9%. DG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.63. DG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
DG
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TR
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.4%
Fair Value
$169.93
Current Price
$120.60
$49.33 discount
Margin of Safety
-1.0%
Fair Value
$39.63
Current Price
$37.53
$2.10 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.6%
Earnings declined 23.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TR
The strongest argument for TR centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
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 : TR
The primary concerns for TR are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DG profiles as a value stock while TR is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — 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.
Bottom Line
DG scores higher overall (65/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "Strong 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 →Tootsie Roll Industries Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · CONFECTIONERS · USA
Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc., manufactures and sells confectionery products primarily in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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