Cencora Inc. (COR)vsOtter Tail Corporation (OTTR)
COR
Cencora Inc.
$325.08
-0.67%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $63.24B
OTTR
Otter Tail Corporation
$86.55
-0.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cencora Inc. generates 24882% more annual revenue ($325.78B vs $1.30B). COR leads profitability with a 50.0% profit margin vs 21.2%. COR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. OTTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
COR
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
OTTR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.2%
Fair Value
$253.59
Current Price
$325.08
$71.49 premium
Margin of Safety
-92.9%
Fair Value
$44.54
Current Price
$86.55
$42.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 134 in profit
Keeps 50 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 118.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 33.1x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COR
The strongest argument for COR centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 50.0% and operating margin at 118.0%. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OTTR
The strongest argument for OTTR centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 22.2%.
Bear Case : COR
The primary concerns for COR are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : OTTR
The primary concerns for OTTR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COR profiles as a mature stock while OTTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
COR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
COR is growing revenue faster at 5.5% — sustainability is the question.
OTTR generates stronger free cash flow (22M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OTTR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. 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.
Otter Tail Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Otter Tail Corporation is engaged in electrical service, manufacturing and plastic piping businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
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