Alcon AG (ALC)vsPrecision Optics Corporation, Inc. Common stock (POCI)
ALC
Alcon AG
$75.26
+1.37%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $37.11B
POCI
Precision Optics Corporation, Inc. Common stock
$4.49
+4.91%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $33.81M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alcon AG generates 42499% more annual revenue ($10.40B vs $24.42M). ALC leads profitability with a 9.4% profit margin vs -28.3%. ALC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
POCI
Avoid34
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 POCI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 62.8% year-over-year
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 -73.6% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : POCI
The strongest argument for POCI centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 62.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : POCI
The primary concerns for POCI are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC profiles as a value stock while POCI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
POCI is growing revenue faster at 62.8% — sustainability is the question.
ALC generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALC scores higher overall (49/100 vs 34/100). 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 →Precision Optics Corporation, Inc. Common stock
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Precision Optics Corporation, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells specialized optical and lighting systems and related components primarily in the United States and the European Economic Area. The company is headquartered in Gardner, Massachusetts.
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