AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsCronos Group Inc (CRON)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$187.37
+1.17%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $287.11B
CRON
Cronos Group Inc
$2.58
-2.64%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 39971% more annual revenue ($58.74B vs $146.59M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs -6.5%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
CRON
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.1%
Fair Value
$214.51
Current Price
$187.37
$27.14 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CRON.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 47.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 238.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.1% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -0.3% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : CRON
The strongest argument for CRON centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 47.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : CRON
The primary concerns for CRON are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a value stock while CRON is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRON carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
CRON is growing revenue faster at 47.0% — 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 44/100), backed by strong 17.4% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Cronos Group Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
Cronos Group Inc. is a cannabinoid company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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