DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) Factsheet
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DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-09-03. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 7.2%. FCF margin 1.1%. D/E 0.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 7.2% | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 1.1% | Cash flow pressure |
| Debt/Equity | 0.0x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 7.2% — Top 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 1.1% — Bottom 50%.
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Profitability: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. earns 7.2% ROIC, Top 50% in Consumer Discretionary
ROIC TTM 7.2%, sector median 6.1%, Top 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 4.0% × asset turnover 1.3x. Gross margin 32.1%. Operating margin 5.5%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 7.2% | Warning | Above sector median of 6.1% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.8% | Good | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 32.1% | Good | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 5.5% | Adequate | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. generates $239.4M FCF at 1.1% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $239.4M. FCF margin 1.1%, Bottom 50%. OCF/Net income 1.9x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 1.1% | Warning | Thin cash margins |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $239.4M | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.9x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. at 0.0x leverage, 16.4x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.0x. Interest coverage 16.4x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.0x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| Interest Coverage | 16.4x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. trades at 14.1x earnings
P/E 14.1x. EV/Sales 0.5x. FCF yield 2.0%. Dividend yield 3.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 14.1x | Adequate | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 0.5x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 2.0% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 3.8% | Adequate | Meaningful income |
Capital Allocation: DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. returns 5.3% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 5.3% (div 3.8% + buyback 1.5%). Share count +11.0% YoY. Capital returned $627.0M TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 5.3% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 1.5% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | 11.0% | Warning | Net dilution from issuance/SBC |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $627.0M | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 7.2% | Top 50% | 1.2x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 1.1% | Bottom 50% | 0.3x below |
| Gross Margin | 32.1% | Bottom 50% | 0.8x below |
| Operating Margin | 5.5% | Top 50% | 1.4x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.8% | Top 50% | 1.6x above |
| P/E Ratio | 14.1x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | DKS | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 7.2% | Warning | Top 50% of sector (median: 6.1%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 1.1% | Warning | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 3.6%) |
| Gross Margin | 32.1% | Good | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 38.7%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 0.0% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 14.1x | Adequate | Attractively valued |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 2.0% | 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 7.2%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 11.6% with a declining trend. Sector median 6.1%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
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 1.1%, generating $239.4 million in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
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 14.1x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 0.5x. FCF yield 2.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
Q: Does DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. pay a dividend?
DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) currently pays a dividend yield of 3.8%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 5.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
Q: What is DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC.'s revenue and earnings growth?
DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. (DKS) grew revenue by 53.5% year-over-year. EPS -34.6% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
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 1.5%. Share count +11.0% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
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 7.2%, sector median 6.1% (Top 50%). FCF margin 1.1%, sector median 3.6% (Bottom 50%). Gross margin 32.1%, 6.7pp 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 1.1% (below 5%); 2) ROIC declining -8.4% over 8 quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-03.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-09-03. 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.