Ascendis Pharma AS (ASND)vsRegeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc (REGN)
ASND
Ascendis Pharma AS
$263.52
+0.87%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.75B
REGN
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc
$781.49
-1.48%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $80.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc generates 1384% more annual revenue ($15.53B vs $1.05B). ASND leads profitability with a 70.9% profit margin vs 27.9%. REGN trades at a lower P/E of 19.6x. REGN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ASND
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
REGN
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASND.
Margin of Safety
+44.4%
Fair Value
$1404.34
Current Price
$781.49
$622.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 53 in profit
Keeps 71 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 65.0%
Revenue surging 114.7% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 33.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.4x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASND
The strongest argument for ASND centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 70.9% and operating margin at 65.0%. Revenue growth of 114.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : REGN
The strongest argument for REGN centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.9% and operating margin at 33.1%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ASND
The primary concerns for ASND are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : REGN
The primary concerns for REGN are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASND carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
ASND is growing revenue faster at 114.7% — sustainability is the question.
REGN generates stronger free cash flow (334M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BIOTECHNOLOGY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
REGN scores higher overall (66/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 27.9% margins and 16.7% 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.
Ascendis Pharma AS
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Ascendis Pharma A / S, a biopharmaceutical company, develops therapies for unmet medical needs. The company is headquartered in Hellerup, Denmark.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an American biotechnology company headquartered in Westchester County, New York. Originally focused on neurotrophic factors and their regenerative capabilities, giving rise to its name, the company then branched out into the study of both cytokine and tyrosine kinase receptors.
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