Assembly Biosciences Inc (ASMB)vsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ)
ASMB
Assembly Biosciences Inc
$22.90
-5.02%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $485.32M
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$232.77
+1.07%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $536.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 135436% more annual revenue ($96.36B vs $71.10M). JNJ leads profitability with a 21.8% profit margin vs -9.0%. JNJ trades at a lower P/E of 25.8x. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ASMB
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
JNJ
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.0%
Fair Value
$41.47
Current Price
$22.90
$18.57 discount
Margin of Safety
-71.4%
Fair Value
$135.80
Current Price
$232.77
$96.97 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.4%
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -3.2% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 52.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASMB
The strongest argument for ASMB centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : JNJ
The strongest argument for JNJ centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.8% and operating margin at 27.4%.
Bear Case : ASMB
The primary concerns for ASMB are EPS Growth, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 306.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASMB profiles as a turnaround stock while JNJ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASMB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
JNJ is growing revenue faster at 9.9% — sustainability is the question.
JNJ generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JNJ scores higher overall (59/100 vs 23/100), backed by strong 21.8% margins. ASMB offers better value entry with a 34.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Assembly Biosciences Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Assembly Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company in the United States. The company is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.
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HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is an American multinational corporation founded in 1886 that develops medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods. Its common stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the company is ranked No. 36 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue. Johnson & Johnson is one of the world's most valuable companies, and is one of only two U.S.-based companies that has a prime credit rating of AAA, higher than that of the United States government.
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