Covista Inc. (CVSA)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
CVSA
Covista Inc.
$126.41
-0.62%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $4.36B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$107.50
-0.66%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $852.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 37556% more annual revenue ($735.84B vs $1.95B). CVSA leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 3.0%. 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-
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 7.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.1x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
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 : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CVSA
No major red flags identified for CVSA, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVSA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
CVSA is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (7.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CVSA scores higher overall (68/100 vs 43/100). 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.
Walmart Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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