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Conns Inc (CONN)vsDick’s Sporting Goods Inc (DKS)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc generates 1291% more annual revenue ($17.22B vs $1.24B). DKS leads profitability with a 4.9% profit margin vs -6.2%. CONN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.21. DKS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).

CONN

Hold

46

out of 100

Grade: D+

Growth: 3.3Profit: 2.0Value: 6.7Quality: 5.0

DKS

Buy

56

out of 100

Grade: C

Growth: 6.7Profit: 6.0Value: 7.3Quality: 6.3
Piotroski: 3/9Altman Z: 3.45
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

Intrinsic value data unavailable for CONN.

DKSSignificantly Overvalued (-199.4%)

Margin of Safety

-199.4%

Fair Value

$68.27

Current Price

$194.01

$125.74 premium

UndervaluedFair: $68.27Overvalued

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

CONN2 strengths · Avg: 10.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.2110/10

Growing faster than its price suggests

Price/BookValuation
0.0x10/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

DKS2 strengths · Avg: 10.0/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
59.9%10/10

Revenue surging 59.9% year-over-year

Altman Z-ScoreHealth
3.4510/10

Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk

Areas to Watch

CONN4 concerns · Avg: 2.3/10
Market CapQuality
$2.43M3/10

Smaller company, higher risk/reward

Return on EquityProfitability
-15.4%2/10

ROE of -15.4% — below average capital efficiency

EPS GrowthGrowth
-92.7%2/10

Earnings declined 92.7%

Free Cash FlowQuality
$-62.31M2/10

Negative free cash flow — burning cash

DKS4 concerns · Avg: 3.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
1.934/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

Profit MarginProfitability
4.9%3/10

4.9% margin — thin

Piotroski F-ScoreQuality
3/93/10

Weak financial health signals

EPS GrowthGrowth
-61.1%2/10

Earnings declined 61.1%

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : CONN

The strongest argument for CONN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.21 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 : CONN

The primary concerns for CONN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.

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

CONN profiles as a turnaround stock while DKS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.

CONN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.23 — 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.

Conns Inc

CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA

Conn's, Inc. is a specialty retailer of consumer durables and related services in the United States. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.

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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