Centene Corp (CNC)vsMitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)
CNC
Centene Corp
$55.33
+4.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $26.34B
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$17.69
-1.45%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $202.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 3179% more annual revenue ($5.85T vs $178.33B). MUFG leads profitability with a 22.8% profit margin vs -3.6%. CNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. MUFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
MUFG
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
Strong operational efficiency at 34.8%
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of -26.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : MUFG
The strongest argument for MUFG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.8% and operating margin at 34.8%. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : MUFG
The primary concerns for MUFG are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while MUFG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
MUFG is growing revenue faster at 11.7% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor HEALTHCARE PLANS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MUFG scores higher overall (73/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 22.8% margins and 11.7% 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.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc., a banking holding company, offers financial services in Japan, the United States, and Asia / Oceania. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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