Sonos Inc (SONO)vsStoneCo Ltd (STNE)
SONO
Sonos Inc
$14.32
-7.20%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.83B
STNE
StoneCo Ltd
$10.74
-3.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
StoneCo Ltd generates 827% more annual revenue ($13.54B vs $1.46B). STNE leads profitability with a 26.0% profit margin vs 1.6%. STNE trades at a lower P/E of 4.2x. STNE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
SONO
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
STNE
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34.7%
Fair Value
$12.25
Current Price
$14.32
$2.07 premium
Margin of Safety
+79.4%
Fair Value
$85.94
Current Price
$10.74
$75.20 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 44.3%
Earnings expanding 273.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
4.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SONO
The strongest argument for SONO centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : STNE
The strongest argument for STNE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.0% and operating margin at 44.3%.
Bear Case : SONO
The primary concerns for SONO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 90.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : STNE
The primary concerns for STNE are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.94 — expect wider price swings.
SONO is growing revenue faster at 8.4% — sustainability is the question.
STNE generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CONSUMER ELECTRONICS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
STNE scores higher overall (77/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 26.0% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
StoneCo Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
StoneCo Ltd. provides fintech solutions to merchants and integrated partners to conduct e-commerce through store, online and mobile channels in Brazil.
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