Centene Corp (CNC)vsDell Technologies Inc (DELL)
CNC
Centene Corp
$55.33
+4.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $26.34B
DELL
Dell Technologies Inc
$238.80
+10.39%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $136.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 57% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $113.54B). DELL leads profitability with a 5.2% profit margin vs -3.6%. DELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. DELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
DELL
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CNC.
Margin of Safety
+80.8%
Fair Value
$646.02
Current Price
$238.80
$407.22 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of -26.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.2% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNC
The strongest argument for CNC centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DELL
The strongest argument for DELL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : DELL
The primary concerns for DELL are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while DELL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DELL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
DELL is growing revenue faster at 39.5% — sustainability is the question.
DELL generates stronger free cash flow (4.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DELL scores higher overall (75/100 vs 57/100) and 39.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Centene Corp
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Centene Corporation is a large publicly traded company and a multi-line managed care enterprise that serves as a major intermediary for both government-sponsored and privately insured health care programs. It is a healthcare insurer that focuses on managed care for uninsured, underinsured, and low-income individuals.
Dell Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports information technology solutions, products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.
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