Plexus Corp (PLXS)vsSony Group Corp (SONY)
PLXS
Plexus Corp
$273.01
-3.99%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.89B
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$21.89
-1.53%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $124.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 289431% more annual revenue ($12.48T vs $4.31B). PLXS leads profitability with a 4.3% profit margin vs -2.6%. SONY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.92. PLXS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
PLXS
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
SONY
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
Generating 379.7B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 57.5%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PLXS
The strongest argument for PLXS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 15.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PLXS
The primary concerns for PLXS are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLXS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
PLXS is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
SONY generates stronger free cash flow (379.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PLXS scores higher overall (52/100 vs 47/100) and 18.7% 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.
Plexus Corp
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Plexus Corp. The company is headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin.
Visit Website →Sony Group Corp
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Sony Group Corporation designs, develops, produces and sells electronic equipment, instruments and devices for the consumer, professional and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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