AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsComcast Corp (CMCSA)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$182.85
+0.18%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $286.68B
CMCSA
Comcast Corp
$25.40
-3.20%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $93.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Comcast Corp generates 107% more annual revenue ($125.28B vs $60.44B). AZN leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs 15.0%. AZN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. CMCSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AZN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CMCSA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.6%
Fair Value
$220.34
Current Price
$182.85
$37.49 discount
Margin of Safety
+69.5%
Fair Value
$106.51
Current Price
$25.40
$81.11 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 32.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 17.2% and operating margin at 28.2%. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CMCSA
The strongest argument for CMCSA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : CMCSA
The primary concerns for CMCSA are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a mature stock while CMCSA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CMCSA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
AZN is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
CMCSA generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CMCSA scores higher overall (64/100 vs 62/100). 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.
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.
Comcast Corp
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Comcast Corporation is an American telecommunications conglomerate headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is the second-largest broadcasting and cable television company in the world by revenue (behind AT&T), the largest pay-TV company, the largest cable TV company and largest home Internet service provider in the United States, and the nation's third-largest home telephone service provider. Comcast provides services to U.S. residential and commercial customers in 40 states and in the District of Columbia. As the parent company of the international media company NBCUniversal since 2011, Comcast is a producer of feature films and television programs intended for theatrical exhibition and over-the-air and cable television broadcast, respectively.
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