Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc (DKS)vsNational Vision Holdings Inc (EYE)
DKS
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc
$194.01
+0.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $17.43B
EYE
National Vision Holdings Inc
$28.06
+2.04%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc generates 766% more annual revenue ($17.22B vs $1.99B). EYE leads profitability with a 149.0% profit margin vs 4.9%. DKS trades at a lower P/E of 19.3x. DKS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
DKS
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
EYE
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-199.4%
Fair Value
$68.27
Current Price
$194.01
$125.74 premium
Margin of Safety
-90.9%
Fair Value
$14.77
Current Price
$28.06
$13.29 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 59.9% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 149 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.1% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 20.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 61.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.5% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 1.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DKS
The strongest argument for DKS centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 59.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : EYE
The strongest argument for EYE centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 149.0% and operating margin at 1.8%. Revenue growth of 15.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DKS
The primary concerns for DKS are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : EYE
The primary concerns for EYE are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. A P/E of 75.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DKS profiles as a hypergrowth stock while EYE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EYE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
DKS is growing revenue faster at 59.9% — sustainability is the question.
DKS generates stronger free cash flow (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DKS scores higher overall (56/100 vs 48/100) and 59.9% revenue growth. 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.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc., is a sporting goods retailer primarily in the eastern United States. The company is headquartered in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania.
National Vision Holdings Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
National Vision Holdings, Inc., is an optical retailer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia.
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