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Daktronics Inc (DAKT) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Daktronics Inc stock (DAKT) is currently trading at $21.59. Daktronics Inc PE ratio is 36.65. Daktronics Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.22. Analyst consensus price target for DAKT is $33.00. WallStSmart rates DAKT as Hold.

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DAKT

Daktronics Inc

NASDAQTECHNOLOGY
$21.59
$0.77 (3.70%)
52W$10.92
$28.27
Target$33.00+52.8%

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DAKT Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Daktronics Inc (DAKT)

Margin of Safety
-1.6%
Slightly Overvalued
DAKT Fair Value
$25.74
Graham Formula
Current Price
$21.59
$4.15 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $25.74
Overvalued
Price $21.59
Graham IV $25.74
Analyst $33.00

DAKT trades at a modest 2% premium above its Graham fair value of $25.74. Consider waiting for a pullback.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Daktronics Inc (DAKT) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, price/sales, revenue growth. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Daktronics Inc (DAKT) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 9.2/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.5410/10

Growing significantly faster than its price suggests

EPS GrowthGrowth
57.10%10/10

Earnings per share surging 57.10% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
74.14%10/10

74.14% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Price/SalesValuation
1.228/10

Paying $1.22 for every $1 of annual revenue

Revenue GrowthGrowth
21.60%8/10

Strong revenue growth at 21.60% annually

Supporting Valuation Data

Price/Sales (TTM)
1.224
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
1.047
Undervalued
DAKT Target Price
$33
41% Upside

Daktronics Inc (DAKT) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 3.0/10
Operating MarginProfitability
1.06%1/10

Near-zero operating margins, business under pressure

Profit MarginProfitability
3.43%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Return on EquityProfitability
9.73%3/10

Low profitability relative to shareholder equity

Price/BookValuation
3.314/10

Premium pricing at 3.3x book value

Market CapQuality
$983M5/10

Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
36.65
Expensive
Trailing P/E
36.65
Expensive

Daktronics Inc (DAKT) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 60/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.2/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 3.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.54), Price/Sales (1.22) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 21.60%, EPS Growth at 57.10%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (3.31) suggest expensive pricing. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 9.73%, Operating Margin at 1.06%, Profit Margin at 3.43%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Operating Margin improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 9.73% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 21.60% strong but requiring continuation.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, EPS Growth) and negatives (Operating Margin, Profit Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

DAKT Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

DAKT's Price-to-Sales ratio of 1.22x sits near its historical average of 1.38x (69th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 84% below its historical high of 7.53x set in May 2006, and 131% above its historical low of 0.53x in Jun 2016. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~1.6x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Daktronics Inc (DAKT) · TECHNOLOGYELECTRONIC COMPONENTS

The Big Picture

Daktronics Inc is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 803M with 22% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 343.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 973.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 343.0% and operating margin of 106.0% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

What to Watch Next

Growth sustainability: can Daktronics Inc maintain 22%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.68, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.

Sector dynamics: monitor ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Daktronics Inc.

Bottom Line

Daktronics Inc offers an attractive blend of growth (22% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Daktronics Inc(DAKT)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

TECHNOLOGY

Industry

ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS

Country

USA

Daktronics, Inc. designs, manufactures, markets and sells electronic display systems and related products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Brookings, South Dakota.

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