Dollar General Corporation (DG)vsWalmart Inc. Common Stock (WMT)
DG
Dollar General Corporation
$124.52
+0.87%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $29.68B
WMT
Walmart Inc. Common Stock
$119.02
-1.51%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.00T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. Common Stock generates 1569% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $42.72B). DG leads profitability with a 3.5% profit margin vs 3.1%. DG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. DG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.9%
Fair Value
$277.06
Current Price
$124.52
$152.54 discount
Margin of Safety
-552.4%
Fair Value
$18.56
Current Price
$119.02
$100.46 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 122.0% YoY
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 9.5x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DG
The strongest argument for DG centers on EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
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.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 46.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
DG is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DISCOUNT STORES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DG scores higher overall (63/100 vs 43/100). 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.
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 · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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