Applied Digital Corporation (APLD)vsSony Group Corp (SONY)
APLD
Applied Digital Corporation
$44.15
+2.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $12.20B
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$21.89
-1.53%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $124.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 3908796% more annual revenue ($12.48T vs $319.26M). SONY leads profitability with a -2.6% profit margin vs -59.5%. APLD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.83. SONY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
APLD
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
SONY
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 139.3% year-over-year
Generating 379.7B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 57.5%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APLD
The strongest argument for APLD centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 139.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 15.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APLD
The primary concerns for APLD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APLD profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SONY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APLD carries more volatility with a beta of 5.64 — expect wider price swings.
APLD is growing revenue faster at 139.3% — sustainability is the question.
SONY generates stronger free cash flow (379.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SONY scores higher overall (47/100 vs 37/100) and 15.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Applied Digital Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Applied Blockchain, Inc. is engaged in crypto mining and co-hosting operations. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Sony Group Corporation designs, develops, produces and sells electronic equipment, instruments and devices for the consumer, professional and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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