Centene Corp (CNC)vsElevance Health Inc (ELV)
CNC
Centene Corp
$34.40
-3.29%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $16.92B
ELV
Elevance Health Inc
$291.48
+0.11%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $64.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Elevance Health Inc generates 13% more annual revenue ($199.13B vs $176.15B). ELV leads profitability with a 2.8% profit margin vs -3.8%. CNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. ELV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CNC
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
ELV
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CNC.
Margin of Safety
+75.3%
Fair Value
$1179.83
Current Price
$291.48
$888.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 23.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 21.8% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 36.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of -28.7% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -1.9%
2.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.5%
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNC
The strongest argument for CNC centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ELV
The strongest argument for ELV centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : ELV
The primary concerns for ELV are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a growth stock while ELV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ELV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.47 — expect wider price swings.
CNC is growing revenue faster at 23.2% — sustainability is the question.
CNC generates stronger free cash flow (224M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ELV scores higher overall (67/100 vs 65/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Elevance Health Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Elevance Health Inc. is a health benefits company. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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