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Investigating Dollar Tree's Standing In Food & Staples Retailing Industry Compared To Competitors

Published 18/10/2023, 17:00
© Reuters.  Investigating Dollar Tree's Standing In Food & Staples Retailing Industry Compared To Competitors

Benzinga - by Benzinga Insights, Benzinga Staff Writer.

In today's fast-paced and highly competitive business world, it is crucial for investors and industry followers to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will delve into an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR) in relation to its major competitors in the Food & Staples Retailing industry. By closely examining key financial metrics, market standing, and growth prospects, our objective is to provide valuable insights and highlight company's performance in the industry.

Dollar Tree Background Dollar Tree operates discount stores in the U.S. and Canada, including 8,134 shops under its namesake banner and 8,206 Family Dollar units (as of the end of fiscal 2022). The eponymous chain features branded and own-label goods, with most items priced at $1.25. Around 45% of Dollar Tree stores' fiscal 2022 sales came from consumables (including food, health and beauty, and household paper and cleaning products), nearly 50% from variety items (including toys and housewares), and just over 5% from seasonal goods. Family Dollar features branded and private-label goods at prices generally ranging from $1 to $10, with over 77% of fiscal 2022 sales from consumables, 9% from seasonal/electronic items (including prepaid phones and toys), 8% from home products, and 6% from apparel and accessories.

CompanyP/EP/BP/SROEEBITDA (in billions)Gross Profit (in billions)Revenue Growth
Dollar Tree Inc20.982.810.872.24%$0.49$2.148.23%
Walmart Inc31.045.460.6910.39%$14.27$39.785.74%
Costco Wholesale Corp40.5610.151.058.88%$3.71$9.7247.14%
Target Corp15.444.330.487.08%$1.9$6.97-4.85%
Dollar General Corp12.024.090.677.67%$0.9$3.043.93%
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings Inc18.647.550.4911.12%$0.26$0.9-2.75%
Sendas Distribuidora SA17.243.810.263.85%$1.15$2.5620.26%
Pricesmart Inc19.552.100.522.73%$0.06$0.186.39%
Almacenes Exito SA426.270.710.22-0.1%$306.87$1339.438.52%
Average72.594.780.556.45%$41.14$175.3210.55%
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.dividend-frequency { font-size: 12px; color: #6c757d; } After thoroughly examining Dollar Tree, the following trends can be inferred:

  • With a Price to Earnings ratio of 20.98, which is 0.29x less than the industry average, the stock shows potential for growth at a reasonable price, making it an interesting consideration for market participants.

  • With a Price to Book ratio of 2.81, significantly falling below the industry average by 0.59x, it suggests undervaluation and the possibility of untapped growth prospects.

  • The Price to Sales ratio of 0.87, which is 1.58x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.

  • With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 2.24% that is 4.21% below the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.

  • The Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $490 Million is 0.01x below the industry average, suggesting potential lower profitability or financial challenges.

  • Compared to its industry, the company has lower gross profit of $2.14 Billion, which indicates 0.01x below the industry average, potentially indicating lower revenue after accounting for production costs.

  • The company's revenue growth of 8.23% is significantly below the industry average of 10.55%. This suggests a potential struggle in generating increased sales volume.

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The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio provides insights into the proportion of debt a company has in relation to its equity and asset value.

Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.

When comparing Dollar Tree with its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be observed:

  • When considering the debt-to-equity ratio, Dollar Tree exhibits a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers.

  • This indicates that the company has a favorable balance between debt and equity, with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 1.15, which can be perceived as a positive aspect by investors.

This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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