Centene Corp (CNC)vsFlex Ltd (FLEX)
CNC
Centene Corp
$62.33
-0.59%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $32.19B
FLEX
Flex Ltd
$159.51
+3.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $54.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 539% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $27.91B). FLEX leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs -3.6%. FLEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. FLEX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
FLEX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.0%
Fair Value
$268.78
Current Price
$62.33
$206.45 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FLEX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
16.9% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
ROE of -30.1% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Trading at 11.3x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNC
The strongest argument for CNC centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FLEX
The strongest argument for FLEX centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.94 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 : FLEX
The primary concerns for FLEX are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 64.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while FLEX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FLEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.64 — expect wider price swings.
FLEX is growing revenue faster at 16.9% — sustainability is the question.
CNC generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FLEX scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100) and 16.9% revenue growth. CNC offers better value entry with a 85.0% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Flex Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Flex Ltd. provides design, engineering, manufacturing and supply chain services and solutions to OEMs in Asia, the Americas and Europe. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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