AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsSTERIS plc (STE)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$257.12
+0.83%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $454.36B
STE
STERIS plc
$210.76
-0.80%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $21.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AbbVie Inc generates 966% more annual revenue ($64.39B vs $6.04B). STE leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 9.8%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.52. ABBV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ABBV
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
STE
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-69.4%
Fair Value
$151.82
Current Price
$257.12
$105.30 premium
Margin of Safety
-48.8%
Fair Value
$163.58
Current Price
$210.76
$47.18 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 40.0%
Earnings expanding 290.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABBV
The strongest argument for ABBV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.52 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : STE
The strongest argument for STE centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 72.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : STE
The primary concerns for STE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
ABBV is growing revenue faster at 10.2% — sustainability is the question.
ABBV generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ABBV scores higher overall (73/100 vs 60/100) and 10.2% 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.
STERIS plc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Steris Corporation is an American Irish-domiciled medical equipment company specializing in sterilization and surgical products for the US healthcare system.
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