Avanos Medical Inc (AVNS)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
AVNS
Avanos Medical Inc
$24.64
-0.06%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.15B
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$187.37
+1.17%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $287.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 8277% more annual revenue ($58.74B vs $701.20M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs -10.4%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AVNS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.5%
Fair Value
$64.45
Current Price
$24.64
$39.81 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.1%
Fair Value
$214.51
Current Price
$187.37
$27.14 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 53.9% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.0%
ROE of -9.1% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.1% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVNS
The strongest argument for AVNS centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bear Case : AVNS
The primary concerns for AVNS are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVNS profiles as a turnaround stock while AZN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AVNS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
AZN is growing revenue faster at 4.1% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 17.4% margins. AVNS offers better value entry with a 76.5% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Avanos Medical Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Avanos Medical, Inc. is a medical technology company focused on providing medical device solutions to improve the quality of life for patients in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia.
AstraZeneca PLC
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
AstraZeneca PLC discovers, develops, manufactures and markets prescription drugs in the areas of oncology, cardiovascular, renal and metabolism, respiratory, infections, neuroscience and gastroenterology worldwide. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, the United Kingdom.
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