Atea Pharmaceuticals Inc (AVIR)vsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ)
AVIR
Atea Pharmaceuticals Inc
$5.51
+1.47%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $440.95M
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$229.85
+1.10%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $547.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 50042% more annual revenue ($96.36B vs $192.18M). JNJ leads profitability with a 21.8% profit margin vs 0.0%. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
AVIR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
JNJ
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.7%
Fair Value
$10.30
Current Price
$5.51
$4.79 discount
Margin of Safety
-43.5%
Fair Value
$160.13
Current Price
$229.85
$69.72 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 295.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 264.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 52.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVIR
The strongest argument for AVIR centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 295.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : AVIR
The primary concerns for AVIR are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVIR profiles as a hypergrowth stock while JNJ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
JNJ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.33 — expect wider price swings.
AVIR is growing revenue faster at 295.2% — 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 54/100), backed by strong 21.8% margins. AVIR offers better value entry with a 56.7% 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.
Atea Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Atea Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing antiviral therapies for patients suffering from viral infections. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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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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