AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsQuest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$288.84
-0.98%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $521.11B
DGX
Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
$250.81
-0.40%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $27.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AbbVie Inc generates 458% more annual revenue ($66.01B vs $11.84B). ABBV leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 9.5%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.60. ABBV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ABBV
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
DGX
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-88.0%
Fair Value
$156.84
Current Price
$288.84
$132.00 premium
Margin of Safety
-87.2%
Fair Value
$111.82
Current Price
$250.81
$138.99 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 37.2%
Earnings expanding 2282.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 28.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABBV
The strongest argument for ABBV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 37.2%. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DGX
The strongest argument for DGX centers on EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 50.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : DGX
The primary concerns for DGX are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABBV profiles as a mature stock while DGX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DGX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — expect wider price swings.
ABBV is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
ABBV generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ABBV scores higher overall (77/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 10.3% 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.
Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Quest Diagnostics is an American clinical laboratory. A Fortune 500 company, Quest operates in the United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Brazil. Quest also maintains collaborative agreements with various hospitals and clinics across the globe.
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