Amarin Corporation PLC (AMRN)vsEli Lilly and Company (LLY)
AMRN
Amarin Corporation PLC
$12.75
+6.65%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $239.11M
LLY
Eli Lilly and Company
$1,372.99
+6.63%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.12T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eli Lilly and Company generates 42678% more annual revenue ($79.67B vs $186.23M). LLY leads profitability with a 33.5% profit margin vs -14.6%. AMRN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.81. LLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AMRN
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
LLY
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+86.2%
Fair Value
$109.11
Current Price
$12.74
$96.36 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LLY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 79 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.2%
Revenue surging 47.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 26.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -7.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 42.0%
Earnings declined 94.2%
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 36.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMRN
The strongest argument for AMRN centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.81 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LLY
The strongest argument for LLY centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.5% and operating margin at 54.2%. Revenue growth of 47.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMRN
The primary concerns for AMRN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : LLY
The primary concerns for LLY are Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 42.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMRN profiles as a turnaround stock while LLY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMRN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
LLY is growing revenue faster at 47.7% — sustainability is the question.
LLY generates stronger free cash flow (7.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LLY scores higher overall (76/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 33.5% margins and 47.7% revenue growth. AMRN offers better value entry with a 86.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Amarin Corporation PLC
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Amarin Corporation plc, a pharmaceutical company, is engaged in the development and commercialization of therapies for the treatment of cardiovascular disease in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
Visit Website →Eli Lilly and Company
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Eli Lilly and Company is an American pharmaceutical company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, with offices in 18 countries. Its products are sold in approximately 125 countries.
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