Centene Corp (CNC)vsQnity Electronics, Inc (Q)
CNC
Centene Corp
$55.33
+4.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $26.34B
Q
Qnity Electronics, Inc
$149.44
+2.03%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $30.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 3651% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $4.75B). Q leads profitability with a 14.6% 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
Q
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CNC.
Margin of Safety
-9.0%
Fair Value
$105.09
Current Price
$149.44
$44.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Areas to Watch
ROE of -26.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 52.8%
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 : Q
The strongest argument for Q centers on Operating Margin.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : Q
The primary concerns for Q are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while Q is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
Q is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
CNC generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HEALTHCARE PLANS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CNC scores higher overall (57/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Qnity Electronics, Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
IQVIA Holdings Inc. provides integrated information and technology-enabled healthcare services in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina.
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