Sonos Inc (SONO)vsSTMicroelectronics NV ADR (STM)
SONO
Sonos Inc
$15.08
-7.20%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.88B
STM
STMicroelectronics NV ADR
$70.72
+2.15%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $70.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
STMicroelectronics NV ADR generates 748% more annual revenue ($12.38B vs $1.46B). SONO leads profitability with a 1.6% profit margin vs 1.2%. SONO trades at a lower P/E of 92.8x. SONO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
SONO
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
STM
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34.6%
Fair Value
$12.26
Current Price
$15.08
$2.82 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 0.8% — below average capital efficiency
1.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SONO
The strongest argument for SONO centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : STM
The strongest argument for STM centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.71 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SONO
The primary concerns for SONO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 92.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : STM
The primary concerns for STM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 496.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONO profiles as a value stock while STM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SONO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.94 — expect wider price swings.
STM is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
STM generates stronger free cash flow (155M), providing more financial flexibility.
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.
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.
STMicroelectronics NV ADR
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
STMicroelectronics NV designs, develops, manufactures and markets semiconductor products in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
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