Covista Inc. (CVSA)vsFranklin Covey Company (FC)
CVSA
Covista Inc.
$125.09
+1.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $4.36B
FC
Franklin Covey Company
$17.96
+0.28%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $230.62M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Covista Inc. generates 644% more annual revenue ($1.95B vs $262.75M). CVSA leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 0.8%. CVSA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. CVSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CVSA
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
FC
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CVSA.
Margin of Safety
-3.6%
Fair Value
$18.09
Current Price
$17.96
$0.13 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 43.2% YoY
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
1.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVSA
The strongest argument for CVSA centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FC
PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CVSA
No major red flags identified for CVSA, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : FC
The primary concerns for FC are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. A P/E of 130.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
CVSA is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
CVSA generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CVSA scores higher overall (68/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Covista Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Covista Inc., provides healthcare education in the United States, Barbados, St. Kitts, and St. Maarten. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Franklin Covey Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Franklin Covey Co. provides training and consulting services in the areas of execution, sales performance, productivity, customer loyalty, leadership, and educational improvement for organizations and individuals globally. The company is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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