Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsStride Inc (LRN)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$132.30
+1.70%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $27.99B
LRN
Stride Inc
$78.36
-2.90%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dollar General Corporation generates 1620% more annual revenue ($43.64B vs $2.54B). LRN leads profitability with a 13.2% profit margin vs 3.9%. LRN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.44. LRN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
DG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
LRN
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.0%
Fair Value
$169.12
Current Price
$132.30
$36.82 discount
Margin of Safety
+8.9%
Fair Value
$88.58
Current Price
$78.36
$10.22 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 33.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
3.0% revenue growth
3.6% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : LRN
The strongest argument for LRN centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DG
The primary concerns for DG are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.68 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LRN
The primary concerns for LRN are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.23 — expect wider price swings.
DG is growing revenue faster at 5.2% — sustainability is the question.
DG generates stronger free cash flow (374M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
LRN scores higher overall (66/100 vs 63/100). Both earn "Strong 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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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Stride, Inc., a technology-based education company, provides its own and third-party online educational services, software systems and curricula to facilitate individualized learning for students primarily in kindergarten through grade 12 (K -12) in the United States and internationally. .
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