AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsHalozyme Therapeutics Inc (HALO)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$185.95
-0.79%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $282.69B
HALO
Halozyme Therapeutics Inc
$71.53
-0.10%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $8.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 3907% more annual revenue ($60.44B vs $1.51B). HALO leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs 17.2%. HALO trades at a lower P/E of 24.4x. HALO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
HALO
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.2%
Fair Value
$194.77
Current Price
$185.95
$8.82 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HALO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.9%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 159 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.0%
Revenue surging 42.2% year-over-year
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 31.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 38.7x book value
Elevated debt levels
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 27.9%. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HALO
The strongest argument for HALO centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 49.0%. Revenue growth of 42.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : HALO
The primary concerns for HALO are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 9.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a mature stock while HALO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HALO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — expect wider price swings.
HALO is growing revenue faster at 42.2% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HALO scores higher overall (70/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 23.1% margins and 42.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Halozyme Therapeutics Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical technology platform company in the United States, Switzerland, Ireland, Belgium, Japan, and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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