Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) Factsheet
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Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-09-08. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 40.2%. FCF margin 5.7%. D/E -24.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 40.2% | Above industry average |
| FCF Margin | 5.7% | Healthy cash flow |
| Debt/Equity | -24.2x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 40.2% — Top 5% of sector peers. FCF margin 5.7% — Bottom 50%.
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Profitability: Dell Technologies Inc. earns 40.2% ROIC, Top 5% in Technology
ROIC TTM 40.2%, sector median 3.7%, Top 5%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 7.8% × asset turnover 1.5x. Gross margin 19.8%. Operating margin 9.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
| Metric | DELL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 40.2% | Excellent | Above sector median of 3.7% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -529.8% | Red flag | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 19.8% | Warning | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 9.4% | Adequate | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: Dell Technologies Inc. generates $8.6B FCF at 5.7% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $8.6B. FCF margin 5.7%, Bottom 50%. OCF/Net income 1.1x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
| Metric | DELL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 5.7% | Adequate | Healthy cash generation |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $8.6B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.1x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Dell Technologies Inc. at -24.2x leverage, 8.9x interest coverage
Debt/Equity -24.2x. Total debt $34.5B, cash & investments $11.6B. Interest coverage 8.9x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
| Metric | DELL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | -24.2x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $-22.9B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 8.9x | Good | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: Dell Technologies Inc. trades at 31.1x earnings
P/E 31.1x. EV/Sales 2.4x. FCF yield 2.5%. Dividend yield 0.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
| Metric | DELL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 31.1x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 2.4x | Good | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 2.5% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 0.4% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: Dell Technologies Inc. returns 2.9% shareholder yield, reducing shares 5.2% YoY
Total shareholder yield 2.9% (div 0.4% + buyback 2.5%). Share count -5.2% YoY. Capital returned $10.0B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
| Metric | DELL | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 2.9% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 2.5% | Adequate | Active share repurchases |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -5.2% | Good | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $10.0B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 40.2% | Top 5% | 10.8x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 5.7% | Bottom 50% | 0.6x below |
| Gross Margin | 19.8% | Bottom 25% | 0.4x below |
| Operating Margin | 9.4% | Top 50% | 2.2x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -529.8% | Top 5% | -99.3x below |
| P/E Ratio | 31.1x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | DELL | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 40.2% | Excellent | Top 5% of sector (median: 3.7%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 5.7% | Adequate | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 10.3%) |
| Gross Margin | 19.8% | Warning | Bottom 25% of sector (median: 50.5%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | -24.2x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 31.1x | Adequate | Growth premium |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 2.5% | Warning | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Dell Technologies Inc.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 40.2%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 27.2% with a improving trend. Sector median 3.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
Q: What is Dell Technologies Inc.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) has a free cash flow margin of 5.7%, generating $8.6 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
Q: What is Dell Technologies Inc.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) trades at a P/E ratio of 31.1x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 2.4x. FCF yield 2.5%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
Q: Does Dell Technologies Inc. pay a dividend?
Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) currently pays a dividend yield of 0.4%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 2.9%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
Q: What is Dell Technologies Inc.'s revenue and earnings growth?
Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) grew revenue by 49.0% year-over-year. EPS +149.7% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
Q: Is Dell Technologies Inc. buying back stock?
Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) repurchased $8.5 billion of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 2.5%. Share count -5.2% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
Q: How does Dell Technologies Inc. compare to competitors in Technology?
Compared to other companies in Technology, Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) shows: ROIC 40.2%, sector median 3.7% (Top 5%). FCF margin 5.7%, sector median 10.3% (Bottom 50%). Gross margin 19.8%, 30.7pp below sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Technology companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with Dell Technologies Inc.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-08.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-09-08. TTM metrics as of Q3 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.