Accenture plc (ACN)vsEli Lilly and Company (LLY)
ACN
Accenture plc
$192.29
-0.65%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $118.34B
LLY
Eli Lilly and Company
$916.31
+1.47%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $808.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Accenture plc generates 11% more annual revenue ($72.11B vs $65.18B). LLY leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 10.6%. LLY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. LLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
ACN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
LLY
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.5%
Fair Value
$160.91
Current Price
$192.29
$31.38 premium
Margin of Safety
+14.0%
Fair Value
$1065.17
Current Price
$916.31
$148.86 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.7B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 101 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.9%
Revenue surging 42.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 51.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 30.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACN
The strongest argument for ACN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : LLY
The strongest argument for LLY centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 44.9%. Revenue growth of 42.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACN
The primary concerns for ACN are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LLY
The primary concerns for LLY are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACN profiles as a value stock while LLY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
LLY is growing revenue faster at 42.6% — sustainability is the question.
ACN generates stronger free cash flow (3.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LLY scores higher overall (80/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins and 42.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Accenture plc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Accenture plc is an Irish-domiciled multinational company that provides consulting and processing services. It has been incorporated in Dublin, Ireland since 2009.
Eli Lilly and Company
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Eli Lilly and Company is an American pharmaceutical company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, with offices in 18 countries. Its products are sold in approximately 125 countries.
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