Cigna Corp (CI)vsDollar General Corporation (DG)
CI
Cigna Corp
$281.98
+2.29%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $74.83B
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$116.37
-0.55%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cigna Corp generates 550% more annual revenue ($277.89B vs $42.72B). DG leads profitability with a 3.5% profit margin vs 2.3%. CI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. CI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
DG
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+79.8%
Fair Value
$1364.02
Current Price
$281.98
$1082.04 discount
Margin of Safety
+31.6%
Fair Value
$215.04
Current Price
$116.37
$98.67 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
Earnings expanding 121.9% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
2.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CI
The strongest argument for CI centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CI
The primary concerns for CI are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : DG
The primary concerns for DG are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.02 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
DG is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
DG generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CI scores higher overall (68/100 vs 65/100). DG offers better value entry with a 31.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Cigna Corp
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Cigna is an American multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Bloomfield, Connecticut. Its insurance subsidiaries are major providers of medical, dental, disability, life and accident insurance and related products and services, the majority of which are offered through employers and other groups (e.g. governmental and non-governmental organizations, unions and associations).
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Dollar General Corporation is an American chain of variety stores headquartered in Goodlettsville, Tennessee.
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