Cardinal Health Inc (CAH)vsT-Mobile US Inc (TMUS)
CAH
Cardinal Health Inc
$211.31
+1.97%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $48.76B
TMUS
T-Mobile US Inc
$211.36
+0.05%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $236.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cardinal Health Inc generates 177% more annual revenue ($244.67B vs $88.31B). TMUS leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 0.7%. TMUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. TMUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CAH
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
TMUS
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.8%
Fair Value
$263.37
Current Price
$211.31
$52.06 discount
Margin of Safety
-235.8%
Fair Value
$66.10
Current Price
$211.36
$145.26 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
18.8% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 4.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.2%
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 26.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAH
The strongest argument for CAH centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TMUS
The strongest argument for TMUS centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CAH
The primary concerns for CAH are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TMUS
The primary concerns for TMUS are Debt/Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAH profiles as a growth stock while TMUS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
CAH is growing revenue faster at 18.8% — sustainability is the question.
TMUS generates stronger free cash flow (4.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TMUS scores higher overall (60/100 vs 53/100) and 11.3% revenue growth. 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.
Cardinal Health Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Cardinal Health, Inc. is an American multinational health care services company.
Visit Website →T-Mobile US Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
T-Mobile US, Inc., doing business under the global brand name T-Mobile, is an American wireless network operator. Its headquarters are located in Bellevue, Washington, in the Seattle metropolitan area and Overland Park, Kansas, in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
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