AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsQuanterix Corp (QTRX)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$185.48
-0.59%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $293.73B
QTRX
Quanterix Corp
$2.86
-5.30%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $136.91M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 40565% more annual revenue ($62.38B vs $153.41M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs -80.2%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
AZN
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
QTRX
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.3%
Fair Value
$197.94
Current Price
$185.48
$12.46 discount
Margin of Safety
+80.7%
Fair Value
$30.52
Current Price
$2.86
$27.66 discount
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 29.6%
Earnings expanding 23.5% YoY
Generating 4.0B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 34.4% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -33.1% — below average capital efficiency
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 17.7% and operating margin at 29.6%. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : QTRX
The strongest argument for QTRX centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 34.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : QTRX
The primary concerns for QTRX are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a mature stock while QTRX is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
QTRX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
QTRX is growing revenue faster at 34.4% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (4.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (68/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 17.7% margins. QTRX offers better value entry with a 80.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Quanterix Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Quanterix Corporation, a life sciences company, develops and markets digital immunoassay platforms that advance precision health for life sciences research and diagnostics in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the regions from Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Billerica, Massachusetts.
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