Sonos Inc (SONO)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
SONO
Sonos Inc
$15.06
+1.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.77B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$130.43
+0.37%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.04T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 48752% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $1.46B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs 1.6%. WMT trades at a lower P/E of 47.7x. SONO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
SONO
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.7%
Fair Value
$29.31
Current Price
$15.06
$14.25 discount
Margin of Safety
-90.0%
Fair Value
$68.54
Current Price
$130.43
$61.89 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.4x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SONO
The strongest argument for SONO centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SONO
The primary concerns for SONO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 87.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 47.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.94 — expect wider price swings.
SONO is growing revenue faster at 8.4% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CONSUMER ELECTRONICS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SONO scores higher overall (45/100 vs 43/100). 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.
Walmart Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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