Centene Corp (CNC)vsGE Vernova LLC (GEV)
CNC
Centene Corp
$55.33
+4.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $26.34B
GEV
GE Vernova LLC
$1,063.11
-2.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $308.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 353% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $39.38B). GEV leads profitability with a 23.8% profit margin vs -3.6%. CNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. GEV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
GEV
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Earnings expanding 1816.0% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.3% revenue growth
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of -26.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 20.5x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : GEV
The strongest argument for GEV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.8% and operating margin at 5.5%. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : GEV
The primary concerns for GEV are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while GEV is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GEV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
GEV is growing revenue faster at 16.3% — sustainability is the question.
GEV generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GEV scores higher overall (63/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 23.8% margins and 16.3% 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.
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.
GE Vernova LLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
GE Vernova LLC, an energy business company, generates electricity.
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