Elevance Health Inc (ELV)vsSynchrony Financial (SYF)
ELV
Elevance Health Inc
$374.71
+1.53%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $80.93B
SYF
Synchrony Financial
$75.15
+1.86%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $25.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Elevance Health Inc generates 1926% more annual revenue ($200.42B vs $9.89B). SYF leads profitability with a 36.4% profit margin vs 2.6%. ELV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. SYF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ELV
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SYF
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+63.5%
Fair Value
$1011.48
Current Price
$374.71
$636.77 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SYF.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.1B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.0%
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.6% revenue growth
2.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 16.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELV
The strongest argument for ELV centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SYF
The strongest argument for SYF centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.4% and operating margin at 48.0%.
Bear Case : ELV
The primary concerns for ELV are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SYF
The primary concerns for SYF are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELV profiles as a value stock while SYF is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SYF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
SYF is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
ELV generates stronger free cash flow (4.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SYF scores higher overall (77/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 36.4% margins. ELV offers better value entry with a 63.5% 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.
Elevance Health Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Elevance Health Inc. is a health benefits company. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Synchrony Financial
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Synchrony Financial is a consumer financial services company headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, United States. The company offers consumer financing products, including credit, promotional financing and loyalty programs, installment lending to industries, and FDIC-insured consumer savings products through Synchrony Bank, its wholly owned online bank subsidiary.
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