Sonos Inc (SONO)vsUpbound Group Inc. (UPBD)
SONO
Sonos Inc
$18.11
-4.98%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.25B
UPBD
Upbound Group Inc.
$23.88
-5.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Upbound Group Inc. generates 206% more annual revenue ($4.73B vs $1.55B). SONO leads profitability with a 5.8% profit margin vs 2.4%. UPBD trades at a lower P/E of 13.0x. UPBD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
SONO
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
UPBD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-27.4%
Fair Value
$12.95
Current Price
$18.11
$5.16 premium
Margin of Safety
+33.7%
Fair Value
$29.86
Current Price
$23.88
$5.98 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 163.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
5.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SONO
The strongest argument for SONO centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UPBD
The strongest argument for UPBD centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SONO
The primary concerns for SONO are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 42.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : UPBD
The primary concerns for UPBD are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONO profiles as a growth stock while UPBD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SONO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.94 — expect wider price swings.
SONO is growing revenue faster at 19.6% — sustainability is the question.
UPBD generates stronger free cash flow (132M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UPBD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 59/100). 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.
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.
Upbound Group Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Upbound Group, Inc., an omni-channel platform company, leases household durable goods to customers on a lease-to-own basis in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Plano, Texas.
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