Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vsInspire Medical Systems Inc (INSP)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$105.62
-2.20%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $177.07B
INSP
Inspire Medical Systems Inc
$51.07
-1.73%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Abbott Laboratories generates 4990% more annual revenue ($46.59B vs $915.25M). INSP leads profitability with a 14.3% profit margin vs 11.7%. INSP trades at a lower P/E of 11.5x. INSP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ABT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
INSP
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-46.2%
Fair Value
$73.35
Current Price
$105.62
$32.27 premium
Margin of Safety
+84.8%
Fair Value
$449.81
Current Price
$51.07
$398.74 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 308.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 47.5%
1.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of -0.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 13.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : INSP
The strongest argument for INSP centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : INSP
The primary concerns for INSP are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INSP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
ABT is growing revenue faster at 13.0% — sustainability is the question.
ABT generates stronger free cash flow (916M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL DEVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
INSP scores higher overall (56/100 vs 52/100). 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 →Inspire Medical Systems Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc., a medical technology company, focuses on the development and commercialization of minimally invasive solutions for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in the United States and Europe. The company is headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota.
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