Cardinal Health Inc (CAH)vsT-Mobile US Inc (TMUS)
CAH
Cardinal Health Inc
$201.77
+1.22%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $52.43B
TMUS
T-Mobile US Inc
$177.02
+1.77%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $204.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cardinal Health Inc generates 177% more annual revenue ($250.74B vs $90.53B). TMUS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs 0.6%. TMUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.74. TMUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CAH
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
TMUS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.2%
Fair Value
$170.63
Current Price
$201.77
$31.14 premium
Margin of Safety
-56.6%
Fair Value
$113.97
Current Price
$177.02
$63.05 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 24.0%
Generating 4.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.4%
Earnings declined 12.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAH
The strongest argument for CAH centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TMUS
The strongest argument for TMUS centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.74 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 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TMUS
The primary concerns for TMUS are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.11 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
CAH is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
TMUS generates stronger free cash flow (4.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TMUS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 47/100) and 10.6% 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.
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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