Dole PLC (DOLE) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Dole PLC stock (DOLE) is currently trading at $14.25. Dole PLC PE ratio is 11.90. Dole PLC PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.15. Analyst consensus price target for DOLE is $17.50. WallStSmart rates DOLE as Underperform.
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- Dole PLC financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- DOLE Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- DOLE analyst price target and Smart Rating
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DOLE Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Dole PLC (DOLE)
DOLE trades 85% above its Graham fair value of $8.57, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Dole PLC (DOLE) · 9 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in price/sales, price/book, institutional own.. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.
Dole PLC (DOLE) Key Strengths (3)
Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue
70.72% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Trading at 1.02x book value, attractively priced
Supporting Valuation Data
Dole PLC (DOLE) Areas to Watch (6)
Earnings declining -63.70%, profits shrinking
Near-zero operating margins, business under pressure
Very thin margins, barely profitable
Low profitability relative to shareholder equity
Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential
Solid revenue growth at 10.50% per year
Dole PLC (DOLE) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 46/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a D+ grade. Out of 9 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 9.3/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 2.8/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Price/Sales, Institutional Own., Price/Book. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (0.15), Price/Book (1.02) suggest the stock is attractively priced.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 10.50%, EPS Growth at -63.70%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 9.87%, Operating Margin at 1.41%, Profit Margin at 0.17%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 9.87% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 10.50% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. EPS Growth and Operating Margin are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Dole PLC (DOLE) · CONSUMER DEFENSIVE › FARM PRODUCTS
The Big Picture
Dole PLC is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 9.0B with 11% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 17.0% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.
Key Findings
ROE of 987.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 67M in free cash flow and 95M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
Earnings fell 64% YoY while revenue grew 11%. This gap usually reflects one-time items (tax benefits, write-offs) in the prior period, not an operational decline.
What to Watch Next
Debt management: total debt of 1.3B is significantly higher than cash (315M). Monitor refinancing risk.
Sector dynamics: monitor FARM PRODUCTS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Dole PLC.
Bottom Line
Dole PLC is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 17.0% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
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About Dole PLC(DOLE)
NYSE
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE
FARM PRODUCTS
USA
Dole PLC is a leading global supplier of fresh fruits and vegetables, headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with operations extending across over 70 countries. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, the company offers a diverse range of high-quality products, including bananas, pineapples, and packaged salads, effectively meeting the growing demand for nutritious food options. With a robust supply chain and a strategically positioned distribution network, Dole is well-equipped to capitalize on market trends and drive growth in the health and wellness sector, solidifying its standing as a prominent player in the agricultural industry.