AptarGroup Inc (ATR)vsMedline Inc. Class A Common Stock (MDLN)
ATR
AptarGroup Inc
$125.82
+1.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $8.15B
MDLN
Medline Inc. Class A Common Stock
$42.03
-1.06%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Medline Inc. Class A Common Stock generates 653% more annual revenue ($28.43B vs $3.78B). ATR leads profitability with a 10.4% profit margin vs 4.1%. ATR trades at a lower P/E of 21.1x. ATR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ATR
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
MDLN
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-250.2%
Fair Value
$39.98
Current Price
$125.82
$85.84 premium
Margin of Safety
+32.7%
Fair Value
$66.92
Current Price
$42.03
$24.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 23.5%
Moderate valuation
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
4.1% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ATR
Revenue growth of 13.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MDLN
Revenue growth of 14.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ATR
The primary concerns for ATR are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MDLN
The primary concerns for MDLN are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MDLN is growing revenue faster at 14.8% — sustainability is the question.
ATR generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ATR scores higher overall (53/100 vs 52/100) and 13.5% revenue growth. MDLN offers better value entry with a 32.7% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
AptarGroup Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
AptarGroup, Inc. offers a range of packaging, dispensing and sealing solutions primarily for the beauty, personal care, home care, prescription drug, consumer health care, injectables, and food and beverage markets. The company is headquartered in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
Visit Website →Medline Inc. Class A Common Stock
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Medline Inc. manufactures med-surg products serving the hospital, surgery centers, physician offices, post-acute facilities, and nursing home sites of care in the United States and Internationally. The company is headquartered in Northfield, Illinois.
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