Penguin Solutions, Inc. (PENG)vsSonos Inc (SONO)
PENG
Penguin Solutions, Inc.
$67.94
-3.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.37B
SONO
Sonos Inc
$14.32
-7.20%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sonos Inc generates 8% more annual revenue ($1.46B vs $1.35B). PENG leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs 1.6%. SONO trades at a lower P/E of 90.3x. SONO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
PENG
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
SONO
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PENG.
Margin of Safety
-34.7%
Fair Value
$12.25
Current Price
$14.32
$2.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 544.0% YoY
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.8x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
4.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PENG
The strongest argument for PENG centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : SONO
The strongest argument for SONO centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : PENG
The primary concerns for PENG are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. A P/E of 91.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SONO
The primary concerns for SONO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 90.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PENG carries more volatility with a beta of 2.89 — expect wider price swings.
SONO is growing revenue faster at 8.4% — sustainability is the question.
PENG generates stronger free cash flow (53M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SONO scores higher overall (45/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Penguin Solutions, Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Penguin Solutions, Inc., a memory-focused company, engages in the designing and development of enterprise solutions in the United States, China, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.
Sonos Inc
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Sonos, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells multi-room audio products in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California.
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