Sony Group Corp (SONY)vsUnited Microelectronics (UMC)
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$21.89
-1.53%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $124.55B
UMC
United Microelectronics
$19.70
+6.70%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $56.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 5084% more annual revenue ($12.48T vs $240.73B). UMC leads profitability with a 20.8% profit margin vs -2.6%. UMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.71. UMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
SONY
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
UMC
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SONY.
Margin of Safety
+23.4%
Fair Value
$24.68
Current Price
$19.70
$4.98 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 379.7B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.4% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 108.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 8.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 57.5%
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 15.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UMC
The strongest argument for UMC centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.8% and operating margin at 18.5%.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : UMC
The primary concerns for UMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONY profiles as a growth stock while UMC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
UMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
SONY is growing revenue faster at 15.4% — sustainability is the question.
SONY generates stronger free cash flow (379.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UMC scores higher overall (67/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 20.8% 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.
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.
United Microelectronics
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
United Microelectronics Corporation is a semiconductor wafer foundry in Taiwan, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, Japan, the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hsinchu City, Taiwan.
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