Centene Corp (CNC)vsSony Group Corp (SONY)
CNC
Centene Corp
$55.33
+4.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $26.34B
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$19.78
-1.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $118.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 7285% more annual revenue ($13.17T vs $178.33B). SONY leads profitability with a -1.6% 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
SONY
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Generating 898.5B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of -26.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
0.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Currently unprofitable
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 : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
CNC is growing revenue faster at 5.1% — sustainability is the question.
SONY generates stronger free cash flow (898.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HEALTHCARE PLANS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
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.
Sony Group Corp
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Sony Group Corporation designs, develops, produces and sells electronic equipment, instruments and devices for the consumer, professional and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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