Amgen Inc (AMGN)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
AMGN
Amgen Inc
$331.70
+0.79%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $177.71B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$138.85
+5.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $59.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amgen Inc generates 1508% more annual revenue ($37.22B vs $2.31B). WPM leads profitability with a 63.6% profit margin vs 21.0%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AMGN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
WPM
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2.2%
Fair Value
$321.89
Current Price
$331.70
$9.81 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WPM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 101 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.2%
Revenue surging 127.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 533.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.5x book value
4.4% earnings growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMGN
The strongest argument for AMGN centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at 33.8%.
Bull Case : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.6% and operating margin at 75.2%. Revenue growth of 127.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMGN
The primary concerns for AMGN are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMGN profiles as a mature stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 127.2% — sustainability is the question.
AMGN generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (76/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 63.6% margins and 127.2% 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.
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.
Visit Website →Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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