Assertio Therapeutics Inc (ASRT)vsEli Lilly and Company (LLY)
ASRT
Assertio Therapeutics Inc
$23.50
0.00%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $151.86M
LLY
Eli Lilly and Company
$1,115.70
-0.65%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $994.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eli Lilly and Company generates 77883% more annual revenue ($79.67B vs $102.16M). LLY leads profitability with a 33.5% profit margin vs -34.9%. LLY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.11. LLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
ASRT
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
LLY
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -47.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 62.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 29.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASRT
The strongest argument for ASRT centers on Price/Book.
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 : ASRT
The primary concerns for ASRT are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LLY
The primary concerns for LLY are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASRT profiles as a turnaround stock while LLY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASRT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — 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 29/100), backed by strong 33.5% margins and 47.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Assertio Therapeutics Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
Assertio Holdings, Inc., a commercial pharmaceutical company, provides medications in the areas of neurology, hospital, and pain and inflammation. The company is headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois.
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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