Centene Corp (CNC)vsT-Mobile US Inc (TMUS)
CNC
Centene Corp
$62.33
-0.59%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $32.19B
TMUS
T-Mobile US Inc
$177.02
+0.20%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $204.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 97% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $90.53B). TMUS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs -3.6%. TMUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.75. TMUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TMUS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.0%
Fair Value
$268.78
Current Price
$62.33
$206.45 discount
Margin of Safety
-61.8%
Fair Value
$113.97
Current Price
$177.02
$63.05 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B 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
ROE of -30.1% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Earnings declined 12.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNC
The strongest argument for CNC centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.25 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 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
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
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while TMUS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
TMUS is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
TMUS generates stronger free cash flow (4.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TMUS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 57/100) and 10.6% revenue growth. CNC offers better value entry with a 85.0% 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.
Centene Corp
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Centene Corporation is a large publicly traded company and a multi-line managed care enterprise that serves as a major intermediary for both government-sponsored and privately insured health care programs. It is a healthcare insurer that focuses on managed care for uninsured, underinsured, and low-income individuals.
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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