BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsEdwards Lifesciences Corp (EW)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$68.77
+0.82%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $166.46B
EW
Edwards Lifesciences Corp
$82.67
+1.20%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $48.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 790% more annual revenue ($53.99B vs $6.07B). BHP leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 17.7%. EW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.14. BHP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BHP
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
EW
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+57.8%
Fair Value
$188.60
Current Price
$68.77
$119.83 discount
Margin of Safety
-544.4%
Fair Value
$12.31
Current Price
$82.67
$70.36 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 23.7%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 76.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 40.7%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : EW
The strongest argument for EW centers on Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 23.7%. Revenue growth of 13.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : EW
The primary concerns for EW are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
EW is growing revenue faster at 13.3% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (4.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BHP scores higher overall (64/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 19.0% margins and 10.8% revenue growth. 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.
BHP Group Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
BHP Group engages in the natural resources business in Australia, Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, the rest of Asia, North America, South America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
Edwards Lifesciences Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Edwards Lifesciences is an American medical technology company headquartered in Irvine, California, specializing in artificial heart valves and hemodynamic monitoring.
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