Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY)vsDick’s Sporting Goods Inc (DKS)
BBY
Best Buy Co. Inc
$57.29
-0.61%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $12.58B
DKS
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc
$215.54
-0.80%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $20.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Best Buy Co. Inc generates 142% more annual revenue ($41.69B vs $17.22B). DKS leads profitability with a 4.9% profit margin vs 2.6%. BBY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.15. BBY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BBY
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
DKS
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.6%
Fair Value
$81.36
Current Price
$57.29
$24.07 discount
Margin of Safety
-8.1%
Fair Value
$189.02
Current Price
$215.54
$26.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Earnings expanding 372.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 59.9% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
2.6% margin — thin
Revenue declined 1.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 61.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBY
The strongest argument for BBY centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.15 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 : BBY
The primary concerns for BBY are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Thin 2.6% 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
BBY profiles as a value stock while DKS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BBY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
DKS is growing revenue faster at 59.9% — sustainability is the question.
BBY generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BBY scores higher overall (64/100 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.
Best Buy Co. Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Best Buy Co., Inc. is an American multinational consumer electronics retailer headquartered in Richfield, Minnesota.
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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