Canaan Inc (CAN)vsSony Group Corp (SONY)
CAN
Canaan Inc
$0.36
-7.94%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $290.00M
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$21.89
-1.53%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $124.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 2448555% more annual revenue ($12.48T vs $509.65M). SONY leads profitability with a -2.6% profit margin vs -41.7%. SONY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
CAN
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
SONY
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.9%
Fair Value
$5.52
Current Price
$0.36
$5.16 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SONY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 379.7B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -55.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 24.3%
Earnings declined 91.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 57.5%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAN
The strongest argument for CAN centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 15.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CAN
The primary concerns for CAN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAN profiles as a turnaround stock while SONY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.54 — expect wider price swings.
SONY is growing revenue faster at 15.4% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor COMPUTER HARDWARE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SONY scores higher overall (47/100 vs 30/100) and 15.4% revenue growth. CAN offers better value entry with a 89.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Canaan Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · China
Canaan Inc. is engaged in the research, design and sale of IC end system products by integrating bitcoin mining IC products and related components mainly in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Hangzhou, the People's Republic of China.
Sony Group Corp
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Sony Group Corporation designs, develops, produces and sells electronic equipment, instruments and devices for the consumer, professional and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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