Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vsVarex Imaging Corp (VREX)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$104.83
+0.74%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $180.82B
VREX
Varex Imaging Corp
$10.62
-1.85%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $445.18M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Abbott Laboratories generates 5088% more annual revenue ($44.33B vs $854.40M). ABT leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs -7.9%. ABT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. VREX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
ABT
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
VREX
Buy52
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VREX.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
4.9% revenue growth
4.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : VREX
The strongest argument for VREX centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : VREX
The primary concerns for VREX are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABT profiles as a value stock while VREX is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
VREX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
VREX is growing revenue faster at 4.9% — sustainability is the question.
ABT generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VREX scores higher overall (52/100 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 →Varex Imaging Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Varex Imaging Corporation designs and manufactures X-ray imaging components. The company is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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