Sonos Inc (SONO)vsWestinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp (WAB)
SONO
Sonos Inc
$15.06
+1.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.77B
WAB
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
$265.71
+0.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $45.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp generates 688% more annual revenue ($11.51B vs $1.46B). WAB leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 1.6%. WAB trades at a lower P/E of 37.6x. WAB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
SONO
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
WAB
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.7%
Fair Value
$29.31
Current Price
$15.06
$14.25 discount
Margin of Safety
+16.1%
Fair Value
$303.40
Current Price
$265.71
$37.69 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SONO
The strongest argument for SONO centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WAB
Revenue growth of 13.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SONO
The primary concerns for SONO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 87.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WAB
The primary concerns for WAB are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.94 — expect wider price swings.
WAB is growing revenue faster at 13.0% — sustainability is the question.
WAB generates stronger free cash flow (153M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WAB scores higher overall (64/100 vs 45/100) and 13.0% revenue growth. SONO offers better value entry with a 43.7% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
Wabtec Corporation (derived from Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation) is an American company formed by the merger of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company (WABCO) and MotivePower Industries Corporation in 1999. It is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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