Cencora Inc. (COR)vsWPP PLC ADR (WPP)
COR
Cencora Inc.
$325.08
-0.67%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $63.24B
WPP
WPP PLC ADR
$15.50
+1.64%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cencora Inc. generates 2304% more annual revenue ($325.78B vs $13.55B). COR leads profitability with a 50.0% profit margin vs -1.6%. COR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. COR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
COR
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
WPP
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.2%
Fair Value
$253.59
Current Price
$325.08
$71.49 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WPP.
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
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 33.1x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.3% — below average capital efficiency
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 : WPP
The strongest argument for WPP centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : COR
The primary concerns for COR are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WPP
The primary concerns for WPP are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COR profiles as a mature stock while WPP is a turnaround 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.
WPP generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
COR scores higher overall (62/100 vs 35/100), backed by strong 50.0% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
WPP PLC ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
WPP plc, a creative transformation company, provides communications, expertise, trade and technology services in North America, the UK, Western Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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