AngioDynamics Inc (ANGO)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
ANGO
AngioDynamics Inc
$15.27
+0.20%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $631.15M
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$346.23
+0.58%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $23.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc generates 939% more annual revenue ($3.33B vs $320.17M). WST leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs -11.5%. ANGO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.41. WST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ANGO
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
WST
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+38.4%
Fair Value
$18.45
Current Price
$15.27
$3.18 discount
Margin of Safety
-46.2%
Fair Value
$168.33
Current Price
$346.23
$177.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 22.5%
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -21.5% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 8.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANGO
PEG of 1.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 22.5%. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ANGO
The primary concerns for ANGO are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANGO profiles as a turnaround stock while WST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
WST is growing revenue faster at 13.8% — sustainability is the question.
WST generates stronger free cash flow (81M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WST scores higher overall (61/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins and 13.8% revenue growth. ANGO offers better value entry with a 38.4% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
AngioDynamics Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
AngioDynamics, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells various medical, surgical and diagnostic devices for the treatment of peripheral vascular disease and vascular access; and for use in oncology and surgical settings in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Latham, New York.
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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