Centene Corp (CNC)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
CNC
Centene Corp
$55.96
+1.78%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $27.15B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$510.55
+0.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 4183% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $4.16B). VMI leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs -3.6%. CNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
VMI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CNC.
Margin of Safety
-71.5%
Fair Value
$278.61
Current Price
$510.55
$231.94 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of -26.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
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 : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while VMI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
VMI is growing revenue faster at 6.2% — sustainability is the question.
CNC generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100). Both earn "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.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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