Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc (ALNY)vsargenx NV ADR (ARGX)
ALNY
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc
$174.00
-25.13%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $31.10B
ARGX
argenx NV ADR
$897.85
+0.68%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $54.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
argenx NV ADR generates 23% more annual revenue ($5.92B vs $4.80B). ARGX leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 16.1%. ALNY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.29. ARGX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ALNY
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
ARGX
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.3%
Fair Value
$2546.59
Current Price
$174.00
$2372.59 discount
Margin of Safety
+67.5%
Fair Value
$2566.94
Current Price
$897.85
$1669.09 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Revenue surging 66.9% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.3%
Revenue surging 52.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 50.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 166.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALNY
The strongest argument for ALNY centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 17.9%. Revenue growth of 66.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ARGX
The strongest argument for ARGX centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 36.3%. Revenue growth of 52.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALNY
The primary concerns for ALNY are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ARGX
The primary concerns for ARGX are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALNY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.27 — expect wider price swings.
ALNY is growing revenue faster at 66.9% — sustainability is the question.
ARGX generates stronger free cash flow (749M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BIOTECHNOLOGY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ARGX scores higher overall (73/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins and 52.1% revenue growth. ALNY offers better value entry with a 87.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, focuses on discovering, developing and commercializing RNA interference (RNAi) therapies. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
argenx NV ADR
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
argenx SE, a clinical-phase biotechnology company, focuses on the development of antibody-based therapies for the treatment of autoimmune diseases, hematology and cancer. The company is headquartered in Breda, the Netherlands.
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