PAR Technology Corporation (PAR)vsSony Group Corp (SONY)
PAR
PAR Technology Corporation
$18.00
+2.16%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $730.47M
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$23.90
+1.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $143.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 2556095% more annual revenue ($12.70T vs $496.67M). SONY leads profitability with a -1.8% profit margin vs -14.5%. PAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. SONY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
PAR
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
SONY
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.2%
Fair Value
$16.78
Current Price
$18.00
$1.22 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SONY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
18.7% revenue growth
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -8.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PAR
The strongest argument for PAR centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.77 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 : PAR
The primary concerns for PAR are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PAR profiles as a growth stock while SONY is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
PAR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
PAR is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — 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 52/100). Both earn "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.
PAR Technology Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
PAR Technology Corporation provides point of sale (POS) solutions to the restaurant and retail industries globally. The company is headquartered in New Hartford, New York.
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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