Fastly, Inc. Class A Common Stock (FSLY)vsSony Group Corp (SONY)
FSLY
Fastly, Inc. Class A Common Stock
$23.16
+1.98%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.62B
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$23.90
+1.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $143.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 1847437% more annual revenue ($12.70T vs $687.17M). SONY leads profitability with a -1.8% profit margin vs -11.8%. SONY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
FSLY
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
SONY
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+74.6%
Fair Value
$36.62
Current Price
$23.16
$13.46 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SONY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
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
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -10.7% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSLY
The strongest argument for FSLY centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : FSLY
The primary concerns for FSLY are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSLY profiles as a growth 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.
FSLY is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — 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 33/100). FSLY offers better value entry with a 74.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Fastly, Inc. Class A Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Fastly, Inc. operates an edge cloud platform to process, serve, and protect its customers' applications in the United States, Asia Pacific, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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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