Amazon.com Inc (AMZN)vsCVS Health Corp (CVS)
AMZN
Amazon.com Inc
$274.99
+0.53%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.93T
CVS
CVS Health Corp
$86.86
+7.65%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $105.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amazon.com Inc generates 86% more annual revenue ($742.78B vs $399.83B). AMZN leads profitability with a 12.2% profit margin vs 0.4%. CVS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.24. CVS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
AMZN
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
CVS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-65.6%
Fair Value
$166.05
Current Price
$274.99
$108.94 premium
Margin of Safety
+77.4%
Fair Value
$340.13
Current Price
$86.86
$253.27 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 74.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
16.6% revenue growth
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 76.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 2.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.6%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMZN
The strongest argument for AMZN centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CVS
The strongest argument for CVS centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMZN
The primary concerns for AMZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : CVS
The primary concerns for CVS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 59.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMZN profiles as a growth stock while CVS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMZN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — expect wider price swings.
AMZN is growing revenue faster at 16.6% — sustainability is the question.
CVS generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMZN scores higher overall (65/100 vs 65/100) and 16.6% revenue growth. CVS offers better value entry with a 77.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "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.
Amazon.com Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Amazon.com, Inc. is an American multinational technology company which focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Microsoft, and Facebook. The company has been referred to as one of the most influential economic and cultural forces in the world, as well as the world's most valuable brand.
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HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
CVS Health (previously CVS Corporation and CVS Caremark Corporation) is an American healthcare company that owns CVS Pharmacy, a retail pharmacy chain; CVS Caremark, a pharmacy benefits manager; Aetna, a health insurance provider, among many other brands. The company's headquarters is in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
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