DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. DKS
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Full analysis: 2 Aug 2026
Latest news check: 6 Jun 2026
General analysis — not personal advice.
HOLD
6/10
Confidence
Existing position can be maintained pending clearer margin trends.
Stable core operations but significant execution risk around the Foot Locker integration supports the hold signal.
Market sentiment
6/10
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Trend: Stable
The market remains cautious and wants clear evidence of margin improvement in the acquired business before turning more positive.
Price context
The stock trades roughly 18 % below its 52-week high following the Q1 report, reflecting uncertainty around integration risk rather than core business weakness.
Risk assessment
7/10
Dilution:
Low
Strong operating cash flow and sufficient cash.
Jurisdiction:
Low
Primary exposure to the United States.
Execution:
High
Large and complex Foot Locker integration.
Recent changes
- Q1 delivered sharp revenue growth and improved comps (DICK’S +6%) with early positive signs at Foot Locker, but the company lowered GAAP EPS guidance despite raising the low end of comp guidance.
About the company
DICK'S Sporting Goods is a leading US retailer of sports equipment, apparel and footwear with both physical stores and e-commerce. The company operates concepts such as House of Sport and recently acquired Foot Locker to expand internationally and broaden its offering.
Sector:
Sporting goods retail
Type:
Retail
Next report
25 Aug 2026
Q2
Horizon:
Bull case
Core operations show strong comparable sales growth and the back-to-school season could provide additional momentum.
Bear case
Margin pressure from the Foot Locker integration limits profitability and creates uncertainty around full-year results.
Sensitivity analysis
| Factor | If it weakens | If it strengthens |
|---|---|---|
| Foot Locker integration | Failed integration → continued margin pressure and lower full-year results. | Successful integration → synergies and higher profitability. |
| Comparable sales growth | Lower comparable sales → weaker top line and reduced cash flow generation. | Higher comparable sales → strengthened market position and improved profitability. |
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Signal rationale (informational)
Stable core operations but significant execution risk around the Foot Locker integration supports the hold signal.
Recent news
- Q1 2026 showed strong organic growth in core operations but lower margins due to Foot Locker. The company raised the lower end of comparable sales guidance but lowered full-year EPS outlook.
Key figures
Revenue
Q1 2026
USD 5.2B
Revenue TTM
TTM
USD 13.5B
EBITDA
FY 2025
USD 550M
Net income
Q1 2026
USD 320M
Cash
2026-05-02
USD 998M
Total debt
2026-05-02
USD 1.9B
Gross margin
Q1 2026
33.4%
Shares outstanding
2026-05-02
89.5M
EPS
Q1 2026
USD 3.57
Price & valuation
Last close
USD 214
Market Cap
USD 19.2B
1 week
+6.9 %
3 months
-0.2 %
12 months
-3.6 %
From 52w high
-10.5 %
From 52w low
+14.0 %
Exchange
NYSE
Type
Retail
Sector
Sporting goods retail
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