Centene Corp (CNC)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
CNC
Centene Corp
$55.33
+4.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $26.34B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$314.90
+1.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $824.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 3% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $173.56B). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs -3.6%. CNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
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
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.7%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of -26.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : JPM
The strongest argument for JPM centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 43.7%. Revenue growth of 12.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while JPM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
JPM is growing revenue faster at 12.7% — sustainability is the question.
CNC generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins and 12.7% 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.
JPMorgan Chase & Co
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an American multinational investment bank and financial services holding company headquartered in New York City. JPMorgan Chase is incorporated in Delaware. As a Bulge Bracket bank, it is a major provider of various investment banking and financial services. It is one of America's Big Four banks, along with Bank of America, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo. JPMorgan Chase is considered to be a universal bank and a custodian bank. The J.P. Morgan brand is used by the investment banking, asset management, private banking, private wealth management, and treasury services divisions.
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