Apple Inc (AAPL)vsAbbVie Inc (ABBV)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$252.62
+0.39%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.70T
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$207.18
+0.96%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $362.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 612% more annual revenue ($435.62B vs $61.16B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.0% profit margin vs 6.9%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.49. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
AAPL
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
ABBV
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+11.8%
Fair Value
$285.39
Current Price
$252.62
$32.77 discount
Margin of Safety
-1190.8%
Fair Value
$16.05
Current Price
$207.18
$191.13 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 35.4%
Generating 51.6B in free cash flow
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.7% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 62 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 4.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
6.9% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 88.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAPL
The strongest argument for AAPL centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.0% and operating margin at 35.4%. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ABBV
The strongest argument for ABBV centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 87.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL profiles as a growth stock while ABBV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
AAPL is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (51.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AAPL scores higher overall (65/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 27.0% margins and 15.7% revenue growth. 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.
Apple Inc
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company that specializes in consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. Apple is the world's largest technology company by revenue (totalling $274.5 billion in 2020) and, since January 2021, the world's most valuable company. As of 2021, Apple is the world's fourth-largest PC vendor by unit sales, and fourth-largest smartphone manufacturer. It is one of the Big Five American information technology companies, along with Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Facebook.
Visit Website →AbbVie Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
AbbVie is an American publicly traded biopharmaceutical company founded in 2013. It originated as a spin-off of Abbott Laboratories.
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