Alcon AG (ALC)vsBionano Genomics Inc (BNGO)
ALC
Alcon AG
$66.81
+0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $33.11B
BNGO
Bionano Genomics Inc
$1.17
-7.14%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $14.46M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alcon AG generates 36903% more annual revenue ($10.63B vs $28.74M). ALC leads profitability with a 7.7% profit margin vs -109.9%. ALC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
BNGO
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-24.0%
Fair Value
$64.04
Current Price
$66.81
$2.77 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BNGO.
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
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
3.6% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -84.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : BNGO
The strongest argument for BNGO centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 40.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : BNGO
The primary concerns for BNGO are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC profiles as a value stock while BNGO is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BNGO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
ALC is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
ALC generates stronger free cash flow (274M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALC scores higher overall (49/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" 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
Bionano Genomics, Inc. is a life science instrumentation company in the genome analysis space. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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