Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson B ADR (ERIC)vsSony Group Corp (SONY)
ERIC
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson B ADR
$10.31
+3.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $32.98B
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$23.90
+1.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $143.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 5183% more annual revenue ($12.70T vs $240.31B). ERIC leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs -1.8%. SONY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. SONY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ERIC
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
SONY
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+64.9%
Fair Value
$31.71
Current Price
$10.31
$21.40 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SONY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of 0.0%
Revenue declined 6.1%
Earnings declined 10.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ERIC
The strongest argument for ERIC centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ERIC
The primary concerns for ERIC are PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ERIC profiles as a declining stock while SONY is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SONY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — 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
SONY scores higher overall (59/100 vs 46/100). ERIC offers better value entry with a 64.9% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson B ADR
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ), provides communications infrastructure, services and software solutions for telecommunications and other sectors. The company is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.
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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