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 Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 8.3%. FCF margin 2.1%. D/E 0.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 8.3% | Near cost of capital |
| FCF Margin | 2.1% | Cash flow pressure |
| Debt/Equity | 0.0x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 8.3% — Top 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 2.1% — Bottom 50%.
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Profitability: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. earns 8.3% ROIC, Top 50% in Consumer Discretionary
ROIC TTM 8.3%, sector median 7.7%, Top 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 4.5% × asset turnover 1.3x. Gross margin 32.2%. Operating margin 6.1%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.3% | Adequate | Above sector median of 7.7% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 19.3% | Good | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 32.2% | Good | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 6.1% | Adequate | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. generates $402.6M FCF at 2.1% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $402.6M. FCF margin 2.1%, Bottom 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 | 2.1% | Warning | Thin cash margins |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $402.6M | 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 21.4x earnings
P/E 21.4x. EV/Sales 1.0x. FCF yield 2.1%. Dividend yield 2.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 21.4x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 1.0x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 2.1% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 2.2% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. returns 3.2% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 3.2% (div 2.2% + buyback 1.0%). Capital returned $612.4M TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-05.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 3.2% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 1.0% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $612.4M | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.3% | Top 50% | 1.1x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 2.1% | Bottom 50% | 0.9x below |
| Gross Margin | 32.2% | Bottom 50% | 0.8x below |
| Operating Margin | 6.1% | Top 50% | 1.4x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 19.3% | Top 50% | 1.8x above |
| P/E Ratio | 21.4x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.3% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 7.7%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 2.1% | Warning | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 2.2%) |
| Gross Margin | 32.2% | Good | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 38.7%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 0.0% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 21.4x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 2.1% | 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 8.3%. Sector median 7.7%. 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 2.1%, generating $402.6 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 21.4x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 1.0x. FCF yield 2.1%. 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 2.2%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 3.2%. 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 41.2% year-over-year. EPS -26.0% 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 $184.7 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 1.0%. 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 8.3%, sector median 7.7% (Top 50%). FCF margin 2.1%, sector median 2.2% (Bottom 50%). Gross margin 32.2%, 6.5pp 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 2.1% (below 5%); 2) ROIC declining -13.1% 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 Q2 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.