Agilent Technologies Inc (A)vsGuardant Health Inc (GH)
A
Agilent Technologies Inc
$135.44
-2.12%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $36.67B
GH
Guardant Health Inc
$125.61
-5.60%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Agilent Technologies Inc generates 569% more annual revenue ($7.23B vs $1.08B). A leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs -40.1%. A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
A
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
GH
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-73.4%
Fair Value
$74.34
Current Price
$135.44
$61.10 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 60.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 23.7%
Revenue surging 48.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -4584.0% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : A
The strongest argument for A centers on EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 23.7%. PEG of 1.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GH
The strongest argument for GH centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 48.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : A
The primary concerns for A are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : GH
The primary concerns for GH are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
A profiles as a mature stock while GH is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
GH is growing revenue faster at 48.3% — sustainability is the question.
A generates stronger free cash flow (184M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
A scores higher overall (71/100 vs 31/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Agilent Technologies Inc
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an American analytical instrumentation development and manufacturing company that offers its products and services to markets worldwide. Its global headquarters is located in Santa Clara, California.
Guardant Health Inc
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Guardant Health, Inc., a precision oncology company, offers blood testing, data sets, and testing in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Redwood City, California.
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