AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsCardinal Health Inc (CAH)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$257.12
+0.83%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $454.36B
CAH
Cardinal Health Inc
$234.57
-0.61%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $55.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cardinal Health Inc generates 295% more annual revenue ($254.25B vs $64.39B). ABBV leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 0.7%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.52. ABBV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ABBV
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
CAH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-69.4%
Fair Value
$151.82
Current Price
$257.12
$105.30 premium
Margin of Safety
-37.0%
Fair Value
$175.16
Current Price
$234.57
$59.41 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 40.0%
Earnings expanding 290.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 68.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABBV
The strongest argument for ABBV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.52 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CAH
The strongest argument for CAH centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 72.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : CAH
The primary concerns for CAH are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.52 — expect wider price swings.
ABBV is growing revenue faster at 10.2% — sustainability is the question.
ABBV generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ABBV scores higher overall (73/100 vs 55/100) and 10.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Cardinal Health Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Cardinal Health, Inc. is an American multinational health care services company.
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