Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) — Stock Score Summary

Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) has a MoatMap StockRank of 87/100 based on Quality (85/100), Value (37/100), and Momentum (51/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. Dillard's is a US department store chain. While management has done an exceptional job with share buybacks and inventory management, the department store model faces structural secular headwinds and lacks a durable economic moat.

Dillard's, Inc. is a leading fashion apparel and home furnishings retailer operating department stores primarily in the southeastern and southwestern United States. The company offers a wide selection of merchandise, including national brands and its own private-label goods, aiming for an upscale shopping experience. As a traditional department store chain, it navigates a challenging retail environment by focusing on customer service, curated offerings, and strategic real estate assets.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$613.43
Market Cap$9.5B
P/E (TTM)14.58
P/E (Forward)18.01
Price/Book4.72
Return on Equity33.8%
Return on Invested Capital28.3%
Debt/Equity27.42
Gross Margin40.5%
Operating Margin14.3%
Revenue Growth2.7%
Dividend Yield0.2%
Free Cash Flow$510M

Dillard's, Inc. operates in the Department Stores industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dillard's, Inc.’s (DDS) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) is 87/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (85), Value (37), and Momentum (51) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Dillard's, Inc. have an economic moat?
Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) has a Quality factor score of 85/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Dillard's, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 87/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Dillard's, Inc. in?
Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Department Stores industry (United States).
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