AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsSTAAR Surgical Company (STAA)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$201.55
-0.57%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $358.55B
STAA
STAAR Surgical Company
$26.69
-2.16%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AbbVie Inc generates 26136% more annual revenue ($62.82B vs $239.44M). ABBV leads profitability with a 5.8% profit margin vs -33.6%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.57. ABBV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ABBV
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
STAA
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-20.5%
Fair Value
$168.19
Current Price
$201.55
$33.36 premium
Margin of Safety
+40.5%
Fair Value
$29.00
Current Price
$26.69
$2.31 discount
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 31.6%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 4.9B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
18.1% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
5.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 45.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -21.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 10.5%
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 0.57 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : STAA
The strongest argument for STAA centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 98.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : STAA
The primary concerns for STAA are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABBV profiles as a value stock while STAA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
STAA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
STAA is growing revenue faster at 18.1% — 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 37/100) and 12.4% revenue growth. STAA offers better value entry with a 40.5% margin of safety. 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.
STAAR Surgical Company
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
STAAR Surgical Company designs, develops, manufactures, markets and sells implantable eye lenses and supplemental delivery systems for placing the lenses in the eye. The company is headquartered in Lake Forest, California.
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