Five9 Inc (FIVN)vsSonos Inc (SONO)
FIVN
Five9 Inc
$37.63
+1.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.41B
SONO
Sonos Inc
$17.75
-0.67%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sonos Inc generates 24% more annual revenue ($1.49B vs $1.20B). FIVN leads profitability with a 4.9% profit margin vs 3.8%. SONO trades at a lower P/E of 38.5x. FIVN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
FIVN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SONO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+84.6%
Fair Value
$107.75
Current Price
$37.63
$70.12 discount
Margin of Safety
-32.2%
Fair Value
$12.48
Current Price
$17.75
$5.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 300.0% YoY
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
4.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.3%
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FIVN
The strongest argument for FIVN centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SONO
The strongest argument for SONO centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : FIVN
The primary concerns for FIVN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 46.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SONO
The primary concerns for SONO are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.88 — expect wider price swings.
FIVN is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
SONO generates stronger free cash flow (40M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FIVN scores higher overall (57/100 vs 47/100) and 10.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Five9 Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Five9, Inc. provides cloud software for contact centers in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Ramon, California.
Sonos Inc
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Sonos, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells multi-room audio products in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California.
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