Amgen Inc (AMGN)vsS&P Global Inc (SPGI)
AMGN
Amgen Inc
$353.93
+1.58%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $187.83B
SPGI
S&P Global Inc
$408.48
-0.66%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $124.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amgen Inc generates 140% more annual revenue ($36.75B vs $15.34B). SPGI leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 21.0%. SPGI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. AMGN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
AMGN
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
SPGI
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.8%
Fair Value
$665.50
Current Price
$353.93
$311.57 discount
Margin of Safety
+40.5%
Fair Value
$687.02
Current Price
$408.48
$278.54 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 106 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 30.5%
Earnings expanding 112.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 32.0% YoY
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 22.0x book value
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMGN
The strongest argument for AMGN centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at 30.5%.
Bull Case : SPGI
The strongest argument for SPGI centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 38.3%.
Bear Case : AMGN
The primary concerns for AMGN are PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : SPGI
The primary concerns for SPGI are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SPGI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
SPGI is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
SPGI generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AMGN scores higher overall (70/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 21.0% margins. SPGI offers better value entry with a 40.5% 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.
Amgen Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Amgen Inc. (formerly Applied Molecular Genetics Inc.) is an American multinational biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California. Focused on molecular biology and biochemistry, its goal is to provide a healthcare business based on recombinant DNA technology.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
S&P Global Inc. is an American publicly traded corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City. Its primary areas of business are financial information and analytics.
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