A10 Network (ATEN)vsSonos Inc (SONO)
ATEN
A10 Network
$30.57
-3.56%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.17B
SONO
Sonos Inc
$15.08
-7.20%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sonos Inc generates 388% more annual revenue ($1.46B vs $299.42M). ATEN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 1.6%. ATEN trades at a lower P/E of 49.4x. ATEN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ATEN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SONO
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ATEN.
Margin of Safety
-34.6%
Fair Value
$12.26
Current Price
$15.08
$2.82 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Earnings expanding 29.4% YoY
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.9x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ATEN
The strongest argument for ATEN centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SONO
The strongest argument for SONO centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ATEN
The primary concerns for ATEN are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 49.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SONO
The primary concerns for SONO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 90.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.94 — expect wider price swings.
ATEN is growing revenue faster at 13.4% — sustainability is the question.
ATEN generates stronger free cash flow (-689,000), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ATEN scores higher overall (57/100 vs 45/100) and 13.4% revenue growth. 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.
A10 Network
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
A10 Networks, Inc. offers network solutions in the United States, Japan, other Asia Pacific countries, and EMEA. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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.
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