EPAM Systems Inc (EPAM)vsSony Group Corp (SONY)
EPAM
EPAM Systems Inc
$111.54
-1.41%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.84B
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$23.42
-0.72%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $137.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 225934% more annual revenue ($12.70T vs $5.62B). EPAM leads profitability with a 7.2% profit margin vs -1.8%. EPAM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. EPAM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
EPAM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SONY
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.8%
Fair Value
$347.75
Current Price
$111.54
$236.21 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SONY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 26.3% YoY
Generating 59.6B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 47.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.5% revenue growth
7.2% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPAM
The strongest argument for EPAM centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : EPAM
The primary concerns for EPAM are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPAM profiles as a value stock while SONY is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPAM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
SONY is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
SONY generates stronger free cash flow (59.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPAM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 59/100). 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.
EPAM Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
EPAM Systems, Inc. provides digital platform engineering and software development services in North America, Europe, Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Georgia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Australia. The company is headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →Sony Group Corp
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Sony Group Corporation designs, develops, produces and sells electronic equipment, instruments and devices for the consumer, professional and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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