Cadence Design Systems Inc (CDNS)vsUnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH)
CDNS
Cadence Design Systems Inc
$376.19
-0.85%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.85B
UNH
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated
$399.47
+1.58%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $343.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated generates 8034% more annual revenue ($449.71B vs $5.53B). CDNS leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 2.7%. UNH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. CDNS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CDNS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
UNH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDNS.
Margin of Safety
-26.6%
Fair Value
$321.13
Current Price
$399.47
$78.34 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.7%
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 23.0% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Generating 8.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
2.0% revenue growth
0.7% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDNS
The strongest argument for CDNS centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 29.7%. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UNH
The strongest argument for UNH centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CDNS
The primary concerns for CDNS are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 96.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : UNH
The primary concerns for UNH are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDNS profiles as a growth stock while UNH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CDNS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
CDNS is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
UNH generates stronger free cash flow (8.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CDNS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins and 18.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cadence Design Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Cadence Design Systems, Inc., headquartered in San Jose, California, is an American multinational computational software company. The company produces software, hardware and silicon structures for designing integrated circuits, systems on chips (SoCs) and printed circuit boards.
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated is an American for-profit multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Minnetonka, Minnesota. It offers health care products and insurance services. In 2020, it was the second-largest healthcare company (behind CVS Health) by revenue with $257.1 billion, and the largest insurance company by net premiums. UnitedHealthcare revenues comprise 80% of the Group's overall revenue.
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