Alcon AG (ALC)vsItau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)
ALC
Alcon AG
$75.26
+1.37%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $37.11B
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$8.21
+1.99%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $86.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 1236% more annual revenue ($138.95B vs $10.40B). ITUB leads profitability with a 32.3% profit margin vs 9.4%. ITUB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.30. ITUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
ITUB
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-489.8%
Fair Value
$13.46
Current Price
$75.26
$61.80 premium
Margin of Safety
-10.1%
Fair Value
$8.69
Current Price
$8.21
$0.48 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.3%
Generating 45.0B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 22.2%
2.8% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : ITUB
The strongest argument for ITUB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.3% and operating margin at 37.3%. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ITUB
The primary concerns for ITUB are EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC profiles as a value stock while ITUB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
ITUB is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
ITUB generates stronger free cash flow (45.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITUB scores higher overall (76/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 32.3% margins and 11.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
Visit Website →Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Ita Unibanco Holding SA offers a range of financial products and services in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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