Academy Sports Outdoors Inc (ASO)vsDick’s Sporting Goods Inc (DKS)
ASO
Academy Sports Outdoors Inc
$53.33
-0.39%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.57B
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 184% more annual revenue ($17.22B vs $6.05B). ASO leads profitability with a 6.2% profit margin vs 4.9%. ASO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.60. ASO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ASO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
DKS
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.3%
Fair Value
$77.56
Current Price
$53.33
$24.23 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 59.9% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
2.5% revenue growth
4.5% earnings growth
6.2% 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 : ASO
The strongest argument for ASO centers on P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.60 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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 : ASO
The primary concerns for ASO are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
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
ASO 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
ASO scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Academy Sports Outdoors Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc., is a retailer of sporting goods and outdoor recreational products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Katy, Texas.
Visit Website →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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