Alcon AG (ALC)vsShopify Inc (SHOP)
ALC
Alcon AG
$62.56
-2.07%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $31.15B
SHOP
Shopify Inc
$110.41
-1.19%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $136.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shopify Inc generates 16% more annual revenue ($12.37B vs $10.63B). SHOP leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs 7.7%. ALC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. SHOP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
SHOP
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.9%
Fair Value
$92.25
Current Price
$62.56
$29.69 discount
Margin of Safety
+26.1%
Fair Value
$158.22
Current Price
$110.41
$47.81 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 34.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SHOP
The strongest argument for SHOP centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 34.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SHOP
The primary concerns for SHOP are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 103.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC profiles as a value stock while SHOP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHOP carries more volatility with a beta of 2.64 — expect wider price swings.
SHOP is growing revenue faster at 34.3% — sustainability is the question.
ALC generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHOP scores higher overall (50/100 vs 49/100) and 34.3% revenue growth. Both earn "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 →Shopify Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Shopify Inc., a commerce company, offers a commerce and service platform in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Latin America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.
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