Elevance Health Inc (ELV)vsIntel Corporation (INTC)
ELV
Elevance Health Inc
$415.53
-0.71%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $87.28B
INTC
Intel Corporation
$111.78
+10.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $588.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Elevance Health Inc generates 273% more annual revenue ($200.42B vs $53.76B). ELV leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -5.9%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. ELV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ELV
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
INTC
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.5%
Fair Value
$416.35
Current Price
$415.53
$0.82 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for INTC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.1B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
2.6% revenue growth
2.6% margin — thin
Earnings declined 16.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELV
The strongest argument for ELV centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ELV
The primary concerns for ELV are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELV profiles as a value stock while INTC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.23 — expect wider price swings.
INTC is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
ELV generates stronger free cash flow (4.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ELV scores higher overall (56/100 vs 35/100). 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.
Elevance Health Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Elevance Health Inc. is a health benefits company. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Intel Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Intel Corporation is an American multinational corporation and technology company headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley. It is the world's largest semiconductor chip manufacturer by revenue, and is the developer of the x86 series of microprocessors, the processors found in most personal computers (PCs).
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