Sony Group Corp (SONY)vsWalmart Inc. Common Stock (WMT)
SONY
Sony Group Corp
$20.54
-0.15%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $122.85B
WMT
Walmart Inc. Common Stock
$123.06
+0.83%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $973.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sony Group Corp generates 1747% more annual revenue ($13.17T vs $713.16B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs -1.6%. SONY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.78. SONY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
SONY
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.7%
Fair Value
$25.06
Current Price
$20.54
$4.52 discount
Margin of Safety
-563.0%
Fair Value
$18.56
Current Price
$123.06
$104.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 898.5B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
0.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Currently unprofitable
Trading at 9.8x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SONY
The strongest argument for SONY centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SONY
The primary concerns for SONY are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 44.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SONY profiles as a turnaround stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SONY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
WMT is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
SONY generates stronger free cash flow (898.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SONY scores higher overall (47/100 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.
Sony Group Corp
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Sony Group Corporation designs, develops, produces and sells electronic equipment, instruments and devices for the consumer, professional and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Walmart Inc. Common Stock
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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