Centene Corp (CNC)vsMarvell Technology Group Ltd (MRVL)
CNC
Centene Corp
$55.33
+4.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $26.34B
MRVL
Marvell Technology Group Ltd
$172.15
+2.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $143.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 2076% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $8.19B). MRVL leads profitability with a 32.6% profit margin vs -3.6%. CNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. MRVL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
MRVL
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CNC.
Margin of Safety
-86.7%
Fair Value
$43.57
Current Price
$172.15
$128.58 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 106.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 22.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of -26.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.2x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
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 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MRVL
The strongest argument for MRVL centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.6% and operating margin at 18.7%. Revenue growth of 22.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : MRVL
The primary concerns for MRVL are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 53.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while MRVL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MRVL carries more volatility with a beta of 2.25 — expect wider price swings.
MRVL is growing revenue faster at 22.1% — sustainability is the question.
CNC generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MRVL scores higher overall (66/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 32.6% margins and 22.1% 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.
Marvell Technology Group Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Marvell Technology, Inc. designs, develops, and sells analog, mixed-signal, digital signal processing, and integrated and independent integrated circuits. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
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