AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsPenumbra Inc (PEN)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$246.04
+0.89%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $430.82B
PEN
Penumbra Inc
$324.66
-0.06%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AbbVie Inc generates 4178% more annual revenue ($64.39B vs $1.50B). PEN leads profitability with a 10.7% profit margin vs 9.8%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.41. ABBV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ABBV
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
PEN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$150.90
Current Price
$246.04
$95.14 premium
Margin of Safety
-8.2%
Fair Value
$312.67
Current Price
$324.66
$11.99 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 62 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.6%
Earnings expanding 290.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 8.7x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 23.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABBV
The strongest argument for ABBV centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PEN
The strongest argument for PEN centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 14.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 68.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PEN
The primary concerns for PEN are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 78.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PEN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
PEN is growing revenue faster at 14.9% — sustainability is the question.
ABBV generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ABBV scores higher overall (73/100 vs 42/100) and 10.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Penumbra Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Penumbra, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and markets medical devices in the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Alameda, California.
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