Sonos Inc (SONO)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
SONO
Sonos Inc
$13.26
-1.63%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.60B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$302.32
+0.13%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $29.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waters Corporation generates 120% more annual revenue ($3.17B vs $1.44B). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs -122.0%. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
SONO
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SONO.
Margin of Safety
-349.9%
Fair Value
$73.17
Current Price
$302.32
$229.15 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -3.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 90.0%
Currently unprofitable
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SONO
The strongest argument for SONO centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SONO
The primary concerns for SONO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONO profiles as a turnaround stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SONO carries more volatility with a beta of 2.00 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
SONO generates stronger free cash flow (157M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. 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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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