AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsThe Joint Corp (JYNT)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$185.95
-1.94%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $282.69B
JYNT
The Joint Corp
$8.29
+0.73%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $118.18M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 106611% more annual revenue ($60.44B vs $56.64M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs 5.7%. AZN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
JYNT
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
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 JYNT.
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 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 43.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : JYNT
The strongest argument for JYNT centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : JYNT
The primary concerns for JYNT are Market Cap, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 92.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a mature stock while JYNT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JYNT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
JYNT is growing revenue faster at 13.3% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 12.5% revenue growth. 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.
The Joint Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
The Joint Corp. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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