Cencora Inc. (COR)vsMotorola Solutions Inc (MSI)
COR
Cencora Inc.
$261.08
+2.12%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $49.74B
MSI
Motorola Solutions Inc
$383.99
-11.36%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $72.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cencora Inc. generates 2714% more annual revenue ($328.68B vs $11.68B). MSI leads profitability with a 18.4% profit margin vs 0.8%. COR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. COR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
COR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
MSI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.1%
Fair Value
$1266.50
Current Price
$261.08
$1005.42 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MSI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 107 in profit
Earnings expanding 128.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 104 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.8%
Areas to Watch
3.8% revenue growth
0.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Trading at 26.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 26.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COR
The strongest argument for COR centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MSI
The strongest argument for MSI centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 27.8%. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COR
The primary concerns for COR are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MSI
The primary concerns for MSI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COR profiles as a value stock while MSI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MSI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
MSI is growing revenue faster at 12.3% — sustainability is the question.
COR generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
COR scores higher overall (64/100 vs 62/100). 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.
Cencora Inc.
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
CoreSite Realty Corporation (NYSE: COR) delivers secure, reliable, high-performance data center, cloud access and interconnect solutions to a growing client ecosystem in eight key North American markets.
Motorola Solutions Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Motorola Solutions, Inc., is an American data communications and telecommunications equipment provider that succeeded Motorola, Inc., following the spinoff of the mobile phone division into Motorola Mobility in 2011. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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