AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$208.34
-1.01%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $391.56B
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$188.93
+0.27%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $296.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AbbVie Inc generates 4% more annual revenue ($61.16B vs $58.74B). AZN leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs 6.9%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.53. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ABBV
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1179.3%
Fair Value
$16.12
Current Price
$208.34
$192.22 premium
Margin of Safety
+32.8%
Fair Value
$306.07
Current Price
$188.93
$117.14 discount
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 34.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 4.9B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 53.9% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
6.9% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 88.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.1% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABBV
The strongest argument for ABBV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.53 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 93.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABBV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.33 — expect wider price swings.
ABBV is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
ABBV generates stronger free cash flow (4.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 17.4% margins. 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.
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.
AstraZeneca PLC
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
AstraZeneca PLC discovers, develops, manufactures and markets prescription drugs in the areas of oncology, cardiovascular, renal and metabolism, respiratory, infections, neuroscience and gastroenterology worldwide. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, the United Kingdom.
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