Centene Corp (CNC)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
CNC
Centene Corp
$55.96
+1.78%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $27.15B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$138.85
+5.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $59.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 7605% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $2.31B). WPM leads profitability with a 63.6% profit margin vs -3.6%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
WPM
Strong Buy76
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.2%
Revenue surging 127.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 533.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
ROE of -26.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
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 : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.6% and operating margin at 75.2%. Revenue growth of 127.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 127.2% — sustainability is the question.
CNC generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (76/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 63.6% margins and 127.2% 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.
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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