AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsCoherus BioSciences Inc (CHRS)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$160.17
+2.23%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $252.33B
CHRS
Coherus BioSciences Inc
$1.33
-0.75%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $205.49M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 120377% more annual revenue ($61.37B vs $50.94M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs -259.4%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
AZN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
CHRS
Avoid27
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+18.4%
Fair Value
$196.10
Current Price
$160.17
$35.93 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CHRS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 2.1B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
2.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -192.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 75.5%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%. PEG of 1.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CHRS
The strongest argument for CHRS centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : CHRS
The primary concerns for CHRS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a mature stock while CHRS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CHRS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
CHRS is growing revenue faster at 39.5% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (60/100 vs 27/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins. 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.
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.
Coherus BioSciences Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Coherus BioSciences, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, focuses on the biosimilars and immuno-oncology market primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Redwood City, California.
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