CVS Health Corp (CVS)vsDell Technologies Inc (DELL)
CVS
CVS Health Corp
$86.86
+7.65%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $105.21B
DELL
Dell Technologies Inc
$238.80
+10.39%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $136.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CVS Health Corp generates 252% more annual revenue ($399.83B vs $113.54B). DELL leads profitability with a 5.2% profit margin vs 0.4%. CVS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.24. DELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
CVS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
DELL
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+77.4%
Fair Value
$340.13
Current Price
$86.86
$253.27 discount
Margin of Safety
+80.8%
Fair Value
$646.02
Current Price
$238.80
$407.22 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 76.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.6%
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.2% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVS
The strongest argument for CVS centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DELL
The strongest argument for DELL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CVS
The primary concerns for CVS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 59.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : DELL
The primary concerns for DELL are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVS profiles as a value stock while DELL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DELL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
DELL is growing revenue faster at 39.5% — sustainability is the question.
DELL generates stronger free cash flow (4.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DELL scores higher overall (75/100 vs 65/100) and 39.5% revenue growth. CVS offers better value entry with a 77.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
CVS Health Corp
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
CVS Health (previously CVS Corporation and CVS Caremark Corporation) is an American healthcare company that owns CVS Pharmacy, a retail pharmacy chain; CVS Caremark, a pharmacy benefits manager; Aetna, a health insurance provider, among many other brands. The company's headquarters is in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
Visit Website →Dell Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports information technology solutions, products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.
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