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Alkermes Plc (ALKS)vsTeva Pharma Industries Ltd ADR (TEVA)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

Teva Pharma Industries Ltd ADR generates 1069% more annual revenue ($17.26B vs $1.48B). ALKS leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 8.2%. TEVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. TEVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).

ALKS

Buy

53

out of 100

Grade: C-

Growth: 3.3Profit: 7.0Value: 7.3Quality: 8.5
Piotroski: 4/9Altman Z: 2.58

TEVA

Strong Buy

73

out of 100

Grade: B

Growth: 6.7Profit: 7.5Value: 10.0Quality: 4.8
Piotroski: 6/9Altman Z: 0.28
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

ALKSSignificantly Overvalued (-259.2%)

Margin of Safety

-259.2%

Fair Value

$9.72

Current Price

$29.37

$19.65 premium

UndervaluedFair: $9.72Overvalued
TEVAUndervalued (+39.4%)

Margin of Safety

+39.4%

Fair Value

$56.63

Current Price

$29.46

$27.17 discount

UndervaluedFair: $56.63Overvalued

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

ALKS2 strengths · Avg: 9.0/10
Debt/EquityHealth
0.0410/10

Conservative balance sheet, low leverage

Price/BookValuation
2.7x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

TEVA4 strengths · Avg: 8.3/10
Return on EquityProfitability
20.8%9/10

Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit

Operating MarginProfitability
27.3%8/10

Strong operational efficiency at 27.3%

EPS GrowthGrowth
40.0%8/10

Earnings expanding 40.0% YoY

Free Cash FlowQuality
$1.02B8/10

Generating 1.0B in free cash flow

Areas to Watch

ALKS3 concerns · Avg: 2.7/10
PEG RatioValuation
1.964/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

Revenue GrowthGrowth
-10.6%2/10

Revenue declined 10.6%

EPS GrowthGrowth
-67.0%2/10

Earnings declined 67.0%

TEVA1 concerns · Avg: 2.0/10
Altman Z-ScoreHealth
0.282/10

Distress zone — elevated risk

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : ALKS

The strongest argument for ALKS centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 15.1%.

Bull Case : TEVA

The strongest argument for TEVA centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.

Bear Case : ALKS

The primary concerns for ALKS are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.

Bear Case : TEVA

The primary concerns for TEVA are Altman Z-Score.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

ALKS profiles as a declining stock while TEVA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.

TEVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — expect wider price swings.

TEVA is growing revenue faster at 11.4% — sustainability is the question.

TEVA generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.

Bottom Line

TEVA scores higher overall (73/100 vs 53/100) and 11.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.

This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.

Alkermes Plc

HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA

Alkermes plc, a biopharmaceutical company, researches, develops and markets pharmaceutical products to address the unmet medical needs of patients in various therapeutic areas in the United States, Ireland and internationally. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.

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Teva Pharma Industries Ltd ADR

HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited, a pharmaceutical company, develops, manufactures, markets, and distributes generic drugs, specialty drugs, and biopharmaceuticals in North America, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Petach Tikva, Israel.

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