Alcon AG (ALC)vsAptarGroup Inc (ATR)
ALC
Alcon AG
$62.56
-2.07%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $31.15B
ATR
AptarGroup Inc
$120.99
-3.29%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $7.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alcon AG generates 175% more annual revenue ($10.63B vs $3.87B). ATR leads profitability with a 10.0% profit margin vs 7.7%. ALC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. ATR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
ATR
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.9%
Fair Value
$92.25
Current Price
$62.56
$29.69 discount
Margin of Safety
-2.8%
Fair Value
$136.17
Current Price
$120.99
$15.18 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : ATR
The strongest argument for ATR centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ATR
The primary concerns for ATR are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
ATR is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
ALC generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ALC scores higher overall (49/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alcon AG
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Alcon, Inc., an eye care company, researches, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells eye care products for eye care professionals and their patients around the world. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
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HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
AptarGroup, Inc. offers a range of packaging, dispensing and sealing solutions primarily for the beauty, personal care, home care, prescription drug, consumer health care, injectables, and food and beverage markets. The company is headquartered in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
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