ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc (ACAD)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
ACAD
ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc
$21.56
-0.74%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $3.61B
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$185.95
-1.94%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $282.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 5418% more annual revenue ($60.44B vs $1.10B). ACAD leads profitability with a 34.3% profit margin vs 17.2%. AZN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ACAD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ACAD.
Margin of Safety
+8.2%
Fair Value
$194.77
Current Price
$185.95
$8.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.9%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 81.8%
Operating margin of -1.7%
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACAD
The strongest argument for ACAD centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.3% and operating margin at -1.7%.
Bull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 27.9%. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACAD
The primary concerns for ACAD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACAD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
AZN is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BIOTECHNOLOGY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 12.5% 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.
ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, focuses on the development and commercialization of small molecule drugs that address unmet medical needs in central nervous system disorders. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
AstraZeneca PLC
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
AstraZeneca PLC discovers, develops, manufactures and markets prescription drugs in the areas of oncology, cardiovascular, renal and metabolism, respiratory, infections, neuroscience and gastroenterology worldwide. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, the United Kingdom.
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