Dillard's, Inc. (dds)
DDS — Company Overview
Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) trades on NYQ as part of the Consumer Cyclical peer group (Department Stores).
| Ticker | DDS |
| Sector | Consumer Cyclical |
| Industry | Department Stores |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $10.08B |
| Last price | $645.66 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
DDS — Business Description
DDS represents a Department Stores business in the Consumer Cyclical segment. Dillard's, Inc. operates retail department stores in the southeastern, southwestern, and midwestern areas of the United States. The company offers fashion apparel for men, women, and children; accessories, cosmetics, home furnishings, and other consumer goods through dillards.com, an Internet store and clearance centers. It also engages in the general contracting construction activities, such as constructing and remodeling stores for the company. The company was founded in 1938 and is based in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Official website: https://www.dillards.com.
DDS — Investment Thesis
At a high level, DDS offers exposure to Consumer Cyclical with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is contracting at roughly -0.4% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 14.80× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $10.08B.
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DDS — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for Dillard's, Inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Profit margin near 10.3% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Positive free cash flow of $370.37M supports balance-sheet flexibility.
| Trailing P/E | 14.80× |
| Forward P/E | 18.71× |
| Price / Sales | 1.53× |
| Price / Book | 4.76× |
| Gross margin | 40.6% |
| Operating margin | 5.7% |
| Profit margin | 10.3% |
| Return on equity | 33.8% |
| Debt / Equity | 21.54 |
| Free cash flow | $370.37M |
DDS — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) depends on demand trends in Department Stores and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue decline of -0.4% highlights near-term demand headwinds.
- Earnings growth of 34.1% year-over-year supports improving profitability.
- Price is 13.0% below the 52-week high.
- Shares trade 28.3% above the 52-week low — limited rebound so far.
DDS — Competitive Position
Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Consumer Cyclical.
- Competes within Consumer Cyclical, specifically in Department Stores.
- Market capitalization of $10.08B places DDS among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin near 40.6% may reflect pricing power or favorable mix.
DDS — Strengths
Strengths for Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Earnings growth of 34.1% year-over-year.
- Return on equity near 33.8% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Gross margin of 40.6% supports competitive unit economics.
- Positive free cash flow ($370.37M).
- Moderate leverage (debt/equity 21.54).
- Large Cap scale ($10.08B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
DDS — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) based on available data:
- Revenue contraction of -0.4% year-over-year.
DDS — Opportunities
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
DDS — Risks
- Negative revenue growth may signal share loss or cyclical pressure.
DDS — Summary
Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) is a large-cap Consumer Cyclical company focused on Department Stores, listed on NYQ. Last price $645.66 with market cap $10.08B. Trailing P/E 14.80×. Revenue declined -0.4% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include earnings growth of 34.1% year-over-year. Key watch items include revenue contraction of -0.4% year-over-year. Premium Terminal tools for Dillard's, Inc. add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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Dillard's, Inc. FAQ
What does Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) do?
Dillard's, Inc. operates retail department stores in the southeastern, southwestern, and midwestern areas of the United States. The company offers fashion apparel for men, women, and children; accessories, cosmetics, home furnishings, and other consumer goods through dillards.co…
What is DDS's P/E ratio?
Dillard's, Inc. has a trailing P/E of 14.80× based on publicly available market data.
Does DDS pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 0.2%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is DDS in?
Dillard's, Inc. is classified in Consumer Cyclical (Department Stores) on NYQ.
What is DDS's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $10.08B.
What are the main risks for DDS?
Key risks include negative revenue growth, among factors on this page.
What are the strengths of DDS?
Potential positives include earnings growth of 34.1% year-over-year, return on equity near 33.8% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
Where can I get analyst estimates for DDS?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for Dillard's, Inc. are on the free /stocks/dds/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.