Centene Corp (CNC)vsLive Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)
CNC
Centene Corp
$55.33
+4.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $26.34B
LYV
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
$167.82
+6.71%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $37.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 608% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $25.20B). LYV leads profitability with a 2.0% profit margin vs -3.6%. CNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. CNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
LYV
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CNC.
Margin of Safety
+9.8%
Fair Value
$167.55
Current Price
$167.82
$0.27 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 37 in profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of -26.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
2.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 144.7x book value
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 : LYV
The strongest argument for LYV centers on Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : LYV
The primary concerns for LYV are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while LYV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
LYV is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
CNC generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CNC scores higher overall (57/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc is an American global entertainment company, founded in 2010, following the merger of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The company promotes, operates, and manages ticket sales for live entertainment in the United States and internationally. It also owns and operates entertainment venues, and manages the careers of music artists.
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