DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) Factsheet
DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-12-05. Data as of Q1 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 9.1%. FCF margin 2.3%. D/E 0.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 9.1% | Near cost of capital |
| FCF Margin | 2.3% | Cash flow pressure |
| Debt/Equity | 0.0x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 9.1% — Top 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 2.3% — Top 50%.
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Profitability: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. earns 9.1% ROIC, Top 50% in Consumer Discretionary
ROIC TTM 9.1%, sector median 8.1%, Top 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 4.7% × asset turnover 1.3x. Gross margin 32.9%. Operating margin 6.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 9.1% | Adequate | Above sector median of 8.1% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 20.8% | Excellent | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 32.9% | Good | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 6.4% | Adequate | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. generates $400.2M FCF at 2.3% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $400.2M. FCF margin 2.3%, Top 50%. OCF/Net income 1.8x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 2.3% | Warning | Thin cash margins |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $400.2M | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.8x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. at 0.0x leverage
Debt/Equity 0.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.0x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
Valuation: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. trades at 19.5x earnings
P/E 19.5x. EV/Sales 0.9x. FCF yield 2.4%. Dividend yield 2.5%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 19.5x | Adequate | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 0.9x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 2.4% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 2.5% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. returns 4.5% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 4.5% (div 2.5% + buyback 2.1%). Capital returned $761.0M TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 4.5% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 2.1% | Adequate | Active share repurchases |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $761.0M | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 9.1% | Top 50% | 1.1x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 2.3% | Top 50% | 1.0x above |
| Gross Margin | 32.9% | Bottom 50% | 0.8x below |
| Operating Margin | 6.4% | Top 50% | 1.5x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 20.8% | Top 50% | 2.0x above |
| P/E Ratio | 19.5x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 9.1% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 8.1%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 2.3% | Warning | Top 50% of sector (median: 2.2%) |
| Gross Margin | 32.9% | Good | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 38.7%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 0.0% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 19.5x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 2.4% | Warning | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 9.1%. Sector median 8.1%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
Q: What is DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) has a free cash flow margin of 2.3%, generating $400.2 million in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
Q: What is DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) trades at a P/E ratio of 19.5x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 0.9x. FCF yield 2.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
Q: Does DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. pay a dividend?
DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) currently pays a dividend yield of 2.5%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 4.5%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
Q: What is DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC.'s revenue and earnings growth?
DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) grew revenue by 28.1% year-over-year. EPS -27.9% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
Q: Is DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. buying back stock?
DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) repurchased $347.1 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 2.1%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
Q: How does DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. compare to competitors in Consumer Discretionary?
Compared to other companies in Consumer Discretionary, DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) shows: ROIC 9.1%, sector median 8.1% (Top 50%). FCF margin 2.3%, sector median 2.2% (Top 50%). Gross margin 32.9%, 5.8pp below sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Consumer Discretionary companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC.?
Quantitative warning flags for DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS): 1) FCF margin 2.3% (below 5%); 2) ROIC declining -13.4% over 8 quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-12-05. TTM metrics as of Q1 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.