Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vsFox Corp Class B (FOX)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$104.83
-0.25%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $180.82B
FOX
Fox Corp Class B
$52.35
-0.32%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $24.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Abbott Laboratories generates 167% more annual revenue ($44.33B vs $16.58B). ABT leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 11.4%. ABT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. FOX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
ABT
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
FOX
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-315.5%
Fair Value
$25.23
Current Price
$104.83
$79.60 premium
Margin of Safety
-95.5%
Fair Value
$28.36
Current Price
$52.35
$23.99 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 35.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : FOX
The strongest argument for FOX centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : FOX
The primary concerns for FOX are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
ABT is growing revenue faster at 4.4% — sustainability is the question.
ABT generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL DEVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ABT scores higher overall (51/100 vs 51/100). 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.
Abbott Laboratories
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Abbott Laboratories is an American multinational medical devices and health care company with headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States. The company was founded by Chicago physician Wallace Calvin Abbott in 1888 to formulate known drugs; today, it sells medical devices, diagnostics, branded generic medicines and nutritional products. It split off its research-based pharmaceuticals business into AbbVie in 2013.
Visit Website →Fox Corp Class B
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Fox Corporation is an American mass media company headquartered in New York City.
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