Appfolio Inc (APPF)vsSony Group Corp (SONY)
APPF
Appfolio Inc
$166.94
+2.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.70B
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$21.89
-1.53%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $124.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 1253712% more annual revenue ($12.48T vs $995.33M). APPF leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs -2.6%. SONY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.92. APPF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
APPF
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SONY
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.6%
Fair Value
$257.36
Current Price
$166.94
$90.42 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SONY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 37.2% YoY
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : APPF
The strongest argument for APPF centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 19.4%. Revenue growth of 20.4% 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 : APPF
The primary concerns for APPF are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APPF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
APPF is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
SONY generates stronger free cash flow (379.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SOFTWARE - APPLICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
APPF scores higher overall (64/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins and 20.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Appfolio Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
AppFolio, Inc. provides industry-specific cloud-based enterprise software data analytics, services and solutions for the real estate industry. The company is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California.
Visit Website →Sony Group Corp
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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