Alcon AG (ALC)vsRLX Technology Inc (RLX)
ALC
Alcon AG
$75.26
+1.37%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $37.11B
RLX
RLX Technology Inc
$2.21
+2.31%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alcon AG generates 188% more annual revenue ($10.40B vs $3.62B). RLX leads profitability with a 25.5% profit margin vs 9.4%. RLX trades at a lower P/E of 21.6x. RLX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
RLX
Strong Buy68
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
+47.9%
Fair Value
$4.68
Current Price
$2.21
$2.47 discount
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
Revenue surging 46.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 81.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as 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%
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : RLX
The strongest argument for RLX centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.5% and operating margin at 11.0%. Revenue growth of 46.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : RLX
The primary concerns for RLX are Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC profiles as a value stock while RLX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RLX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
RLX is growing revenue faster at 46.8% — sustainability is the question.
ALC generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RLX scores higher overall (68/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 25.5% margins and 46.8% 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.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · China
RLX Technology Inc., researches, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells e-vapor products in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
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