Sea Ltd (SE)vsSonoco Products Company (SON)
SE
Sea Ltd
$90.02
+6.56%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $52.80B
SON
Sonoco Products Company
$52.30
+3.61%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sea Ltd generates 206% more annual revenue ($22.94B vs $7.49B). SON leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs 6.9%. SON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.21. SON earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
SE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
SON
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.8%
Fair Value
$242.40
Current Price
$90.02
$152.38 discount
Margin of Safety
+26.5%
Fair Value
$69.99
Current Price
$52.30
$17.69 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 38.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 58.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Earnings expanding 23.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.9% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SE
The strongest argument for SE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 38.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.60 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SON
The strongest argument for SON centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SE
The primary concerns for SE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SON
The primary concerns for SON are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SON is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.70 — expect wider price swings.
SE is growing revenue faster at 38.4% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor INTERNET RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 70/100) and 38.4% revenue growth. SON offers better value entry with a 26.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Sea Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Sea Limited is engaged in the digital entertainment, e-commerce and digital financial services businesses in Southeast Asia, Latin America, the rest of Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
Sonoco Products Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Sonoco Products Company manufactures and sells industrial and consumer packaging products in North and South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Hartsville, South Carolina.
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