Is DDS a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 48.9/100. It is ranked #1,795 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 69/100, Momentum 54/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for DDS?

DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 48.9 ranks it #1,795 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is DDS in?

DILLARD'S, INC. operates in the Consumer Discretionary sector (Retail industry) with a market cap of $9.01 billion. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.

Does DDS pay a dividend?

Yes, DDS pays a dividend with a current yield of 4.34%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $43.40 in annual dividend income.

What is DDS's P/E ratio?

DDS has a trailing P/E ratio of 18.29x. The Consumer Discretionary sector average is 24.5x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is DDS?

DDS's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 41.0%. ROE: 27.6% vs sector average 6.2%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is DDS valued compared to peers?

DDS's value factor score is 69/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 18.3x, EV/EBITDA 11.0x. The stock appears attractively valued versus peers.

What is DDS's debt level?

DDS's debt-to-equity ratio is 97%. Sector average: 89%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

DDS has a beta of 1.11, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 59/100.

Does DDS have high short interest?

DDS's short interest factor score is 9/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

DDS Stock Analysis: Top Mid-Cap Hold (Score 48.9/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
DDS	-1.81%	+4.08%	-0.41%	-1.75%	+88.04%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLY	+0.13%	+4.38%	-1.35%	-5.46%	-39.92%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-1.75%	+0.48%	-0.75%	-1.39%	+58.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-1.95%	-0.30%	+0.94%	+3.71%	+127.96%	-	-	-

Metric	DDS	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	18.3x	-25%
EV/EBITDA	11.0x	+124%
Price / Book	5.0x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
CASY CASEYS GENERAL STORES INC	57	50	68	67	42.2x	16.9%	24.0%	3.8%	0.3%	123.0x	$27.2B	VS
TGT TARGET CORP	53	50	70	56	16.2x	20.7%	28.4%	3.4%	-0.7%	89.0x	$54.5B	VS
APEI AMERICAN PUBLIC EDUCATION INC	53	49	58	72	78.3x	4.6%	52.8%	2.1%	6.8%	32.0x	$1.1B	VS
LINC LINCOLN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CORP	52	50	48	75	116.7x	5.6%	59.2%	2.3%	37.4%	147.0x	$1.3B	VS
FIVE FIVE BELOW, INC	52	50	56	73	105.5x	5.4%	32.5%	3.1%	26.5%	125.0x	$13.0B	VS
IMKTA INGLES MARKETS INC	51	50	51	62	17.4x	6.2%	23.9%	1.9%	0.4%	57.0x	$1.7B	VS
PRDO PERDOCEO EDUCATION Corp	51	50	70	57	14.2x	16.7%	100.0%	20.4%	27.1%	28.0x	$2.4B	VS
MCRI MONARCH CASINO & RESORT INC	51	50	66	47	16.7x	19.7%	24.5%	19.4%	11.5%	33.0x	$1.7B	VS
FCFS FirstCash Holdings, Inc.	49	50	29	66	34.7x	10.8%	50.2%	8.0%	26.6%	98.0x	$8.4B	VS
DDS DILLARD'S, INC.	49	50	69	54	18.3x	27.6%	41.0%	8.2%	-1.6%	97.0x	$9.0B
ESCA ESCALADE INC	48	50	65	51	15.2x	9.0%	26.1%	6.2%	8.4%	11.0x	$249M	VS

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.4%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
FCF Margin %	-	-	-	-	-	-	4.3%	4.1%	3.5%	2.2%	6.4%
ROE %	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.4%	0.6%	0.6%	-0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROA %	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%
ROIC %	28.4%	30.8%	32.1%	42.7%	54.8%	59.2%	-4.6%	6.9%	10.0%	9.7%	11.9%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.4%

0.3%

0.4%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.0%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.1%

-0.0%

0.0%

FCF Margin %

4.3%

4.1%

3.5%

2.2%

6.4%

ROE %

0.3%

0.4%

0.6%

-0.0%

0.1%

ROA %

0.1%

0.2%

0.3%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

ROIC %

28.4%

30.8%

32.1%

42.7%

54.8%

59.2%

-4.6%

6.9%

10.0%

9.7%

11.9%

Line Item	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
	$6.0B	$6.6B	$6.6B	$6.9B	$7.0B	$6.6B	$4.4B	$6.3B	$6.5B	$6.4B	$6.4B	$6.8B
	—	$3.9B	$3.9B	$4.0B	$4.0B	$3.7B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$2.5B	$2.6B	$2.6B	$2.7B	$2.9B	$2.7B	$1.3B	$2.1B	$2.2B	$2.2B	$2.3B	$2.4B
Gross Margin	41.0%	39.0%	38.9%	39.6%	41.3%	41.4%	30.3%	33.2%	34.0%	34.2%	35.1%	35.2%
	—	$1.8B	$1.7B	$1.7B	$1.7B	$1.5B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	$179M	$178M	$180M	$188M	$199M	$216M	$224M	$226M	$234M	$246M	$252M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$1.9B	$1.8B	$1.8B	$1.8B	$1.7B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$640M	$694M	$730M	$917M	$1.1B	$1.1B	-$96M	$167M	$268M	$276M	$330M	$470M
EBIT	$640M	$694M	$730M	$917M	$1.1B	$1.1B	-$96M	$167M	$268M	$276M	$330M	$470M
EBITDA	$817M	$874M	$908M	$1.1B	$1.3B	$1.3B	$112M	$404M	$486M	$509M	$567M	$722M
Operating Margin	10.6%	10.6%	11.1%	13.3%	15.9%	16.4%	-2.2%	2.6%	4.1%	4.4%	5.1%	7.0%
EBITDA Margin	13.6%	13.3%	13.8%	15.9%	18.6%	19.4%	2.5%	6.4%	7.5%	7.9%	8.8%	10.7%
	—	—	—	-$5M	$31M	$43M	$49M	$46M	$53M	$63M	$63M	$61M
	—	$694M	$730M	$917M	$1.1B	$1.1B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$125M	$136M	$178M	$218M	$226M	-$82M	$23M	$38M	-$8M	$89M	$141M
	$491M	$570M	$593M	$739M	$892M	$862M	-$72M	$111M	$170M	$221M	$169M	$269M
Net Margin	8.2%	8.7%	9.0%	10.8%	12.7%	13.0%	-1.6%	1.8%	2.6%	3.5%	2.6%	4.0%
	$36.42	$36.42	$36.82	$44.73	$50.81	$41.88	$-3.16	$4.38	$6.23	$7.51	$4.93	$6.91
Diluted EPS	$36.42	$36.42	$36.82	$44.73	$50.81	$41.88	$-3.16	$4.38	$6.23	$7.51	$4.93	$6.91
Weighted Avg Basic	—	16K	16K	17K	18K	21M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	16K	16K	17K	18K	21M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

$6.0B

$6.6B

$6.9B

$7.0B

$6.6B

$4.4B

$6.3B

$6.5B

$6.4B

$6.8B

—

$3.9B

$4.0B

$3.7B

—

$2.5B

$2.6B

$2.7B

$2.9B

$2.7B

$1.3B

$2.1B

$2.2B

$2.3B

$2.4B

Gross Margin

41.0%

39.0%

38.9%

39.6%

41.3%

41.4%

30.3%

33.2%

34.0%

34.2%

35.1%

35.2%

—

$1.8B

$1.7B

$1.5B

—

Depreciation

—

$179M

$178M

$180M

$188M

$199M

$216M

$224M

$226M

$234M

$246M

$252M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$1.9B

$1.8B

$1.7B

—

$640M

$694M

$730M

$917M

$1.1B

-$96M

$167M

$268M

$276M

$330M

$470M

EBIT

$640M

$694M

$730M

$917M

$1.1B

-$96M

$167M

$268M

$276M

$330M

$470M

EBITDA

$817M

$874M

$908M

$1.1B

$1.3B

$112M

$404M

$486M

$509M

$567M

$722M

Operating Margin

10.6%

11.1%

13.3%

15.9%

16.4%

-2.2%

2.6%

4.1%

4.4%

5.1%

7.0%

EBITDA Margin

13.6%

13.3%

13.8%

15.9%

18.6%

19.4%

2.5%

6.4%

7.5%

7.9%

8.8%

10.7%

—

-$5M

$31M

$43M

$49M

$46M

$53M

$63M

$61M

—

$694M

$730M

$917M

$1.1B

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$125M

$136M

$178M

$218M

$226M

-$82M

$23M

$38M

-$8M

$89M

$141M

$491M

$570M

$593M

$739M

$892M

$862M

-$72M

$111M

$170M

$221M

$169M

$269M

Net Margin

8.2%

8.7%

9.0%

10.8%

12.7%

13.0%

-1.6%

1.8%

2.6%

3.5%

2.6%

4.0%

$36.42

$36.82

$44.73

$50.81

$41.88

$-3.16

$4.38

$6.23

$7.51

$4.93

$6.91

Diluted EPS

$36.42

$36.82

$44.73

$50.81

$41.88

$-3.16

$4.38

$6.23

$7.51

$4.93

$6.91

Weighted Avg Basic

—

16K

17K

18K

21M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

16K

17K

18K

21M

—

DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does DILLARD'S, INC. Do?

Dillard's, Inc. operates retail department stores in the southeastern, southwestern, and midwestern areas of the United States. Its stores offer merchandise, including fashion apparel for women, men, and children; and accessories, cosmetics, home furnishings, and other consumer goods. As of January 29, 2022, the company operated 280 Dillard's stores, including 30 clearance centers, and an Internet store at dillards.com. It also engages in the general contracting construction activities. The company was founded in 1938 and is based in Little Rock, Arkansas. DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) is classified as a mid-cap stock in the Consumer Discretionary sector, specifically within the Retail industry. The company is led by CEO William T. Dillard and employs approximately 30,500 people, headquartered in LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas. With a market capitalization of $9.0B, DDS is one of the notable companies in the Consumer Discretionary sector.

DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, DILLARD'S, INC. receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 48.9/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.DDS ranks #1,795 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Discretionary sector, DILLARD'S, INC. ranks #158 of 442 stocks, placing it in the upper half of its Consumer Discretionary peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

DDS Stock Price and 52-Week Range

DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) currently trades at $592.52. The stock lost $14.19 (2.3%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for DDS is $741.98, which means the stock is currently trading -20.1% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $282.24, putting the stock 109.9% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 28K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is DDS Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) carries a value factor score of 69/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 18.29x, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 24.47x — a discount of 25%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 5.05x, versus the sector average of 1.99x. The price-to-sales ratio is 1.49x, compared to 0.27x for the average Consumer Discretionary stock. On an enterprise value basis, DDS trades at 10.99x EV/EBITDA, versus 4.91x for the sector.

Overall, DDS's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

DILLARD'S, INC. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 27.6%, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 6.2%, which demonstrates strong shareholder value creation. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 14.0% versus the sector average of 2.5%.

On a margin basis, DILLARD'S, INC. reports gross margins of 41.0%, compared to 36.9% for the sector. The operating margin is 10.6% (sector: 3.8%). Net profit margin stands at 8.2%, versus 2.1% for the average Consumer Discretionary stock. Revenue growth is running at -1.6% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.3% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

DDS Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

DILLARD'S, INC. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 97.0%, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 89.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 2.65x, indicating strong short-term liquidity.

DDS has a beta of 1.11, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for DILLARD'S, INC. is 59/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

DILLARD'S, INC. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, DILLARD'S, INC. reported revenue of $6.03B and earnings per share (EPS) of $36.42. Net income for the quarter was $491M. Gross margin was 41.0%. Operating income came in at $640M.

In FY 2026, DILLARD'S, INC. reported revenue of $6.56B and earnings per share (EPS) of $36.42. Net income for the quarter was $570M. Gross margin was 39.0%. Revenue grew -0.4% year-over-year compared to FY 2025. Operating income came in at $694M.

In Q3 2026, DILLARD'S, INC. reported revenue of $1.49B and earnings per share (EPS) of $8.31. Net income for the quarter was $130M. Gross margin was 42.7%. Revenue grew 2.7% year-over-year compared to Q3 2025. Operating income came in at $169M.

In Q2 2026, DILLARD'S, INC. reported revenue of $1.54B and earnings per share (EPS) of $4.66. Net income for the quarter was $73M. Gross margin was 36.1%. Revenue grew 1.4% year-over-year compared to Q2 2025. Operating income came in at $95M.

Over the past 8 quarters, DILLARD'S, INC. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $1.51B to $6.03B. Investors analyzing DDS stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

DDS Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) currently pays a dividend yield of 4.3%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in DDS stock would generate approximately $$434.00 in annual dividend income. The net margin of 8.2% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

DDS Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) has a momentum factor score of 54/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 34/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 9/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

DDS vs Competitors — Consumer Discretionary Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Discretionary sector, DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) ranks #158 out of 442 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places DDS in the upper half of all Consumer Discretionary stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include MONARCH CASINO & RESORT INC (MCRI) with a score of 50.5/100, CASEYS GENERAL STORES INC (CASY) with a score of 57.3/100, INGLES MARKETS INC (IMKTA) with a score of 51.0/100, FIVE BELOW, INC (FIVE) with a score of 51.6/100, and TARGET CORP (TGT) with a score of 52.6/100.

Comparing DDS against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full DDS vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how DILLARD'S, INC. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

DDS Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy DDS? — Investment Thesis Summary

DILLARD'S, INC. presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. The value score of 69/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals.

In summary, DILLARD'S, INC. (DDS) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 48.9/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on DDS stock.

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