AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsAlcon AG (ALC)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$227.23
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $380.57B
ALC
Alcon AG
$66.81
+0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $33.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AbbVie Inc generates 491% more annual revenue ($62.82B vs $10.63B). ALC leads profitability with a 7.7% profit margin vs 5.8%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.59. ABBV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ABBV
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.6%
Fair Value
$146.00
Current Price
$227.23
$81.23 premium
Margin of Safety
-24.0%
Fair Value
$64.04
Current Price
$66.81
$2.77 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 62 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
5.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 46.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABBV
The strongest argument for ABBV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.59 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 105.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 40.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
ABBV is growing revenue faster at 12.4% — sustainability is the question.
ABBV generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ABBV scores higher overall (63/100 vs 49/100) and 12.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" 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.
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.
Alcon AG
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Alcon, Inc., an eye care company, researches, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells eye care products for eye care professionals and their patients around the world. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
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