Assertio Therapeutics Inc (ASRT)vsUnited Therapeutics Corporation (UTHR)
ASRT
Assertio Therapeutics Inc
$16.51
+17.93%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $86.17M
UTHR
United Therapeutics Corporation
$541.60
+1.84%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $23.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Therapeutics Corporation generates 2581% more annual revenue ($3.18B vs $118.71M). UTHR leads profitability with a 41.9% profit margin vs -25.6%. ASRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. UTHR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ASRT
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
UTHR
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASRT.
Margin of Safety
+62.9%
Fair Value
$1282.02
Current Price
$541.60
$740.42 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 24.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -28.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 57.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASRT
The strongest argument for ASRT centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : UTHR
The strongest argument for UTHR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.9% and operating margin at 45.0%.
Bear Case : ASRT
The primary concerns for ASRT are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : UTHR
The primary concerns for UTHR are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASRT profiles as a turnaround stock while UTHR is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
UTHR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
UTHR is growing revenue faster at 7.4% — sustainability is the question.
UTHR generates stronger free cash flow (173M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UTHR scores higher overall (67/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 41.9% margins. 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.
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.
United Therapeutics Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
United Therapeutics Corporation, a biotechnology company, is dedicated to the development and commercialization of products to address the unmet medical needs of patients with chronic and life-threatening diseases in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland.
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