Bausch + Lomb Corp (BLCO)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
BLCO
Bausch + Lomb Corp
$16.18
+1.70%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $5.67B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$325.92
+1.21%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $22.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Bausch + Lomb Corp generates 58% more annual revenue ($5.10B vs $3.22B). WST leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs -7.1%. BLCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. WST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
BLCO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
WST
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+57.6%
Fair Value
$40.13
Current Price
$16.18
$23.95 discount
Margin of Safety
-32.4%
Fair Value
$185.95
Current Price
$325.92
$139.97 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 56.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Revenue surging 21.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 88.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BLCO
The strongest argument for BLCO centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 21.7%. Revenue growth of 21.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BLCO
The primary concerns for BLCO are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BLCO profiles as a turnaround stock while WST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
WST is growing revenue faster at 21.0% — sustainability is the question.
WST generates stronger free cash flow (47M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WST scores higher overall (67/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins and 21.0% revenue growth. BLCO offers better value entry with a 57.6% 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.
Bausch + Lomb Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Bausch Lomb Corporation is an eye health company in Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada.
Visit Website →West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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