Sony Group Corp (SONY)vsSTMicroelectronics NV ADR (STM)
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$23.90
+1.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $143.48B
STM
STMicroelectronics NV ADR
$47.77
-7.26%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $45.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 96822% more annual revenue ($12.70T vs $13.10B). STM leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs -1.8%. STM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.19. SONY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
SONY
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
STM
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 59.6B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 47.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Earnings declined 33.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : STM
The strongest argument for STM centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 26.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : STM
The primary concerns for STM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONY profiles as a turnaround stock while STM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
STM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
STM is growing revenue faster at 26.1% — sustainability is the question.
SONY generates stronger free cash flow (59.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SONY scores higher overall (59/100 vs 48/100). 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.
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.
STMicroelectronics NV ADR
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
STMicroelectronics NV designs, develops, manufactures and markets semiconductor products in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
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