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Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsUBS Group AG (UBS)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

UBS Group AG generates 20% more annual revenue ($51.31B vs $42.72B). UBS leads profitability with a 17.8% profit margin vs 3.5%. UBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.53. UBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).

DG

Buy

63

out of 100

Grade: C+

Growth: 6.7Profit: 6.0Value: 7.3Quality: 5.0
Piotroski: 5/9Altman Z: 2.00

UBS

Strong Buy

79

out of 100

Grade: B+

Growth: 8.0Profit: 7.0Value: 7.0Quality: 5.0
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

DGUndervalued (+31.5%)

Margin of Safety

+31.5%

Fair Value

$214.72

Current Price

$113.29

$101.43 discount

UndervaluedFair: $214.72Overvalued

Intrinsic value data unavailable for UBS.

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

DG4 strengths · Avg: 8.5/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
121.9%10/10

Earnings expanding 121.9% YoY

P/E RatioValuation
17.0x8/10

Attractively priced relative to earnings

Price/BookValuation
2.9x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

Free Cash FlowQuality
$1.27B8/10

Generating 1.3B in free cash flow

UBS6 strengths · Avg: 8.8/10
Operating MarginProfitability
31.5%10/10

Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%

EPS GrowthGrowth
84.4%10/10

Earnings expanding 84.4% YoY

Market CapQuality
$148.26B9/10

Large-cap with strong market position

PEG RatioValuation
0.538/10

Growing faster than its price suggests

P/E RatioValuation
16.2x8/10

Attractively priced relative to earnings

Price/BookValuation
1.6x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

Areas to Watch

DG3 concerns · Avg: 2.7/10
PEG RatioValuation
1.694/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

Profit MarginProfitability
3.5%3/10

3.5% margin — thin

Debt/EquityHealth
2.021/10

Elevated debt levels

UBS0 concerns · Avg: 0/10

No major concerns identified

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : DG

The strongest argument for DG centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.

Bull Case : UBS

The strongest argument for UBS centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.8% and operating margin at 31.5%. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.

Bear Case : DG

The primary concerns for DG are PEG Ratio, 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 : UBS

No major red flags identified for UBS, but monitor valuation.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

DG profiles as a value stock while UBS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.

UBS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.

UBS is growing revenue faster at 13.8% — sustainability is the question.

Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.

Bottom Line

UBS scores higher overall (79/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 17.8% margins and 13.8% revenue growth. DG offers better value entry with a 31.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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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UBS Group AG

FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA

UBS Group AG, provides advice and financial solutions to private, institutional and corporate clients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.

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