Sonos Inc (SONO)vsWorkiva Inc (WK)
SONO
Sonos Inc
$16.85
+3.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.72B
WK
Workiva Inc
$72.84
-0.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sonos Inc generates 54% more annual revenue ($1.49B vs $965.70M). WK leads profitability with a 4.9% profit margin vs 3.8%. SONO trades at a lower P/E of 32.3x. SONO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
SONO
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
WK
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.1%
Fair Value
$12.49
Current Price
$16.85
$4.36 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
18.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% margin — thin
0.0% earnings growth
4.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SONO
The strongest argument for SONO centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : WK
The strongest argument for WK centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SONO
The primary concerns for SONO are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WK
The primary concerns for WK are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 86.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONO profiles as a value stock while WK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SONO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.94 — expect wider price swings.
WK is growing revenue faster at 18.6% — sustainability is the question.
WK generates stronger free cash flow (78M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SONO scores higher overall (48/100 vs 31/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" 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.
Workiva Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Workiva Inc. provides global cloud-based compliance and regulatory reporting solutions. The company is headquartered in Ames, Iowa.
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