Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc (ALNY)vsCatalyst Pharmaceuticals Inc (CPRX)
ALNY
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc
$286.41
-0.19%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $37.76B
CPRX
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals Inc
$31.42
+0.06%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $3.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc generates 618% more annual revenue ($4.29B vs $596.96M). CPRX leads profitability with a 37.1% profit margin vs 12.6%. CPRX trades at a lower P/E of 18.1x. ALNY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ALNY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
CPRX
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+86.4%
Fair Value
$2363.38
Current Price
$286.41
$2076.97 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CPRX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 54 in profit
Revenue surging 96.4% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 23.0%
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 35.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALNY
The strongest argument for ALNY centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 96.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.48 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CPRX
The strongest argument for CPRX centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.1% and operating margin at 49.0%.
Bear Case : ALNY
The primary concerns for ALNY are EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 70.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : CPRX
The primary concerns for CPRX are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALNY profiles as a growth stock while CPRX is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CPRX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
ALNY is growing revenue faster at 96.4% — sustainability is the question.
CPRX generates stronger free cash flow (60M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALNY scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100) and 96.4% 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.
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.
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company, focuses on developing and commercializing therapies for people with rare debilitating, neuromuscular, and chronic neurological diseases in the United States. The company is headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida.
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