Alcon AG (ALC)vsNexgel Inc (NXGL)
ALC
Alcon AG
$75.26
+1.37%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $37.11B
NXGL
Nexgel Inc
$0.68
-4.87%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $15.55M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alcon AG generates 89049% more annual revenue ($10.40B vs $11.67M). ALC leads profitability with a 9.4% profit margin vs -24.7%. ALC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
NXGL
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-489.8%
Fair Value
$13.46
Current Price
$75.26
$61.80 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NXGL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
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%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -52.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : NXGL
The strongest argument for NXGL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : NXGL
The primary concerns for NXGL are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC profiles as a value stock while NXGL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
ALC is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
ALC generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALC scores higher overall (49/100 vs 28/100). 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.
Visit Website →Nexgel Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
NEXGEL, Inc. manufactures aqueous, electron beam crosslinked, high water content hydrogels and polymeric gels. The company is headquartered in Langhorne, Pennsylvania.
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