Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vsMotorola Solutions Inc (MSI)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$84.32
-3.09%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $151.56B
MSI
Motorola Solutions Inc
$383.99
-11.36%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $72.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Abbott Laboratories generates 286% more annual revenue ($45.13B vs $11.68B). MSI leads profitability with a 18.4% profit margin vs 13.9%. ABT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. MSI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ABT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
MSI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.6%
Fair Value
$87.53
Current Price
$84.32
$3.21 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MSI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 104 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.8%
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 19.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 26.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MSI
The strongest argument for MSI centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 27.8%. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MSI
The primary concerns for MSI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABT profiles as a value stock while MSI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MSI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
MSI is growing revenue faster at 12.3% — sustainability is the question.
MSI generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 18.4% margins and 12.3% revenue growth. 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 →Motorola Solutions Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Motorola Solutions, Inc., is an American data communications and telecommunications equipment provider that succeeded Motorola, Inc., following the spinoff of the mobile phone division into Motorola Mobility in 2011. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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