Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsCorning Incorporated (GLW)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$119.55
+1.42%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.96B
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$146.35
+3.06%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $106.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dollar General Corporation generates 173% more annual revenue ($42.72B vs $15.63B). GLW leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 3.5%. GLW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. GLW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
DG
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
GLW
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+54.1%
Fair Value
$320.58
Current Price
$119.55
$201.03 discount
Margin of Safety
-55.2%
Fair Value
$85.64
Current Price
$146.35
$60.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 121.9% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 77.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
3.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 10.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GLW
The strongest argument for GLW centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DG
The primary concerns for DG are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.02 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 68.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DG profiles as a value stock while GLW is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GLW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
GLW is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
DG generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DG scores higher overall (65/100 vs 65/100). 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.
Dollar General Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Dollar General Corporation is an American chain of variety stores headquartered in Goodlettsville, Tennessee.
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TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Corning Incorporated is an American multinational technology company that specializes in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials and technologies including advanced optics, primarily for industrial and scientific applications.
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