AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsPfizer Inc (PFE)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$208.34
-1.01%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $391.56B
PFE
Pfizer Inc
$27.32
+0.33%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $151.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Pfizer Inc generates 2% more annual revenue ($62.58B vs $61.16B). PFE leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 6.9%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.53. ABBV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ABBV
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
PFE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
-196.3%
Fair Value
$9.25
Current Price
$27.32
$18.07 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 34.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 4.9B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Generating 4.5B 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
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 120.0%
Earnings declined 21.3%
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 : PFE
The strongest argument for PFE centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
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 : PFE
The primary concerns for PFE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABBV profiles as a value stock while PFE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
PFE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — 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.
Bottom Line
ABBV scores higher overall (63/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "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.
Pfizer Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Pfizer Inc. is an American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation headquartered on 42nd Street in Manhattan, New York City. The name of the company commemorates its co-founder, Charles Pfizer (1824-1906). Pfizer develops and produces medicines and vaccines for immunology, oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, and neurology. The company has several blockbuster drugs or products that each generate more than 1 billion USD in annual revenues.
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