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Dollar Tree Inc (DLTR)vsThe J. M. Smucker Company (SJM)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

Dollar Tree Inc generates 119% more annual revenue ($20.07B vs $9.16B). DLTR leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs 2.5%. DLTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.64. DLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).

DLTR

Buy

63

out of 100

Grade: C+

Growth: 7.3Profit: 7.5Value: 6.7Quality: 5.5
Piotroski: 6/9Altman Z: 2.51

SJM

Buy

51

out of 100

Grade: C-

Growth: 4.0Profit: 5.0Value: 4.0Quality: 3.5
Piotroski: 4/9Altman Z: 0.88
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

DLTRUndervalued (+19.9%)

Margin of Safety

+19.9%

Fair Value

$156.08

Current Price

$118.17

$37.91 discount

UndervaluedFair: $156.08Overvalued
SJMUndervalued (+14.2%)

Margin of Safety

+14.2%

Fair Value

$129.41

Current Price

$121.14

$8.27 discount

UndervaluedFair: $129.41Overvalued

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

DLTR3 strengths · Avg: 9.3/10
Return on EquityProfitability
47.1%10/10

Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit

EPS GrowthGrowth
197.2%10/10

Earnings expanding 197.2% YoY

P/E RatioValuation
16.1x8/10

Attractively priced relative to earnings

SJM1 strengths · Avg: 8.0/10
Price/BookValuation
2.3x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

Areas to Watch

DLTR2 concerns · Avg: 2.5/10
PEG RatioValuation
1.644/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

Debt/EquityHealth
2.241/10

Elevated debt levels

SJM4 concerns · Avg: 3.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
1.684/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

Profit MarginProfitability
2.5%3/10

2.5% margin — thin

Debt/EquityHealth
1.283/10

Elevated debt levels

P/E RatioValuation
58.3x2/10

Premium valuation, high expectations priced in

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : DLTR

The strongest argument for DLTR centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio.

Bull Case : SJM

The strongest argument for SJM centers on Price/Book.

Bear Case : DLTR

The primary concerns for DLTR are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.24 is elevated, increasing financial risk.

Bear Case : SJM

The primary concerns for SJM are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 58.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

DLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.

DLTR is growing revenue faster at 7.0% — sustainability is the question.

DLTR generates stronger free cash flow (676M), providing more financial flexibility.

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

Bottom Line

DLTR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 51/100). 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 Tree Inc

CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA

Dollar Tree is an American chain of discount variety stores that sells items for $1 or less, headquartered in Chesapeake, Virginia.

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The J. M. Smucker Company

CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA

The J. M. Smucker Company, also known as Smucker and Smucker's, is an American manufacturer of jam, peanut butter, jelly, fruit syrups, beverages, shortening, ice cream toppings, and other products in North America. Smucker's headquarters are located in Orrville, Ohio.

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