Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsPerformance Food Group Co (PFGC)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$115.88
+1.53%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $25.51B
PFGC
Performance Food Group Co
$88.15
+0.28%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $13.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Performance Food Group Co generates 46% more annual revenue ($62.37B vs $42.72B). DG leads profitability with a 3.5% profit margin vs 0.6%. PFGC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. DG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
DG
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
PFGC
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.8%
Fair Value
$215.69
Current Price
$115.88
$99.81 discount
Margin of Safety
+64.1%
Fair Value
$251.44
Current Price
$88.15
$163.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 121.9% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 44.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PFGC
The strongest argument for PFGC centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.66 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 : PFGC
The primary concerns for PFGC are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PFGC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — 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.
Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DG scores higher overall (65/100 vs 64/100). PFGC offers better value entry with a 64.1% margin of safety. 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.
Visit Website →Performance Food Group Co
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · FOOD DISTRIBUTION · USA
Performance Food Group Company, markets and distributes food and food-related products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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