Synchrony Financial (SYF)vsUbiquiti Networks Inc (UI)
SYF
Synchrony Financial
$73.14
-1.16%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $25.48B
UI
Ubiquiti Networks Inc
$842.10
-9.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $56.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Synchrony Financial generates 233% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $2.97B). SYF leads profitability with a 36.4% profit margin vs 29.9%. UI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. SYF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
SYF
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
UI
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SYF.
Margin of Safety
-85.1%
Fair Value
$385.30
Current Price
$842.10
$456.80 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.0%
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.1% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.9%
Revenue surging 35.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 70.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 50.2x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SYF
The strongest argument for SYF centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.4% and operating margin at 48.0%.
Bull Case : UI
The strongest argument for UI centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.9% and operating margin at 35.9%. Revenue growth of 35.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SYF
The primary concerns for SYF are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : UI
The primary concerns for UI are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 63.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SYF profiles as a mature stock while UI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
UI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — expect wider price swings.
UI is growing revenue faster at 35.8% — sustainability is the question.
SYF generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SYF scores higher overall (77/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 36.4% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Synchrony Financial
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Synchrony Financial is a consumer financial services company headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, United States. The company offers consumer financing products, including credit, promotional financing and loyalty programs, installment lending to industries, and FDIC-insured consumer savings products through Synchrony Bank, its wholly owned online bank subsidiary.
Visit Website →Ubiquiti Networks Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Ubiquiti Inc. develops network technology for service providers, businesses and consumers. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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