Arko Corp (ARKO)vsDick’s Sporting Goods Inc (DKS)
ARKO
Arko Corp
$5.59
+4.49%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $558.27M
DKS
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc
$194.01
+0.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $17.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc generates 163% more annual revenue ($17.22B vs $6.55B). DKS leads profitability with a 4.9% profit margin vs 0.4%. DKS trades at a lower P/E of 19.3x. DKS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ARKO
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
DKS
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+10.3%
Fair Value
$7.02
Current Price
$5.59
$1.43 discount
Margin of Safety
-199.4%
Fair Value
$68.27
Current Price
$194.01
$125.74 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 42.9% YoY
Revenue surging 59.9% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 61.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARKO
The strongest argument for ARKO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : DKS
The strongest argument for DKS centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 59.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ARKO
The primary concerns for ARKO are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARKO profiles as a value stock while DKS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DKS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — 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 46/100) 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.
Arko Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Arko Corp. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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.
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