AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$227.23
-2.12%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $391.50B
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$232.77
-2.50%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $567.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 53% more annual revenue ($96.36B vs $62.82B). JNJ leads profitability with a 21.8% profit margin vs 5.8%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. ABBV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ABBV
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
JNJ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-52.4%
Fair Value
$146.00
Current Price
$227.23
$81.23 premium
Margin of Safety
-73.2%
Fair Value
$135.80
Current Price
$232.77
$96.97 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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.4%
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
5.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 46.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 52.9%
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 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JNJ
The strongest argument for JNJ centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.8% and operating margin at 27.4%.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 108.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABBV profiles as a value stock while JNJ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ABBV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.31 — 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.
Bottom Line
ABBV scores higher overall (63/100 vs 57/100) and 12.4% 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.
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.
Johnson & Johnson
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is an American multinational corporation founded in 1886 that develops medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods. Its common stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the company is ranked No. 36 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue. Johnson & Johnson is one of the world's most valuable companies, and is one of only two U.S.-based companies that has a prime credit rating of AAA, higher than that of the United States government.
Visit Website →Compare with Other DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?