Centene Corp (CNC)vsMolina Healthcare Inc (MOH)
CNC
Centene Corp
$62.33
-0.59%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $32.19B
MOH
Molina Healthcare Inc
$190.86
-1.01%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 314% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $43.10B). MOH leads profitability with a 0.4% profit margin vs -3.6%. CNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. CNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
MOH
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.0%
Fair Value
$269.76
Current Price
$62.33
$207.43 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MOH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of -30.1% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
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 : MOH
The strongest argument for MOH centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : MOH
The primary concerns for MOH are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 53.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while MOH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
CNC is growing revenue faster at 5.1% — 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 44/100). 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.
Molina Healthcare Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Molina Healthcare, Inc. provides managed care services to low-income individuals and families under the Medicaid and Medicare programs and through the state insurance marketplaces. The company is headquartered in Long Beach, California.
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