CONMED Corporation (CNMD)vsEli Lilly and Company (LLY)
CNMD
CONMED Corporation
$43.28
-2.19%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.30B
LLY
Eli Lilly and Company
$1,210.32
-0.87%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.02T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eli Lilly and Company generates 5172% more annual revenue ($72.25B vs $1.37B). LLY leads profitability with a 35.0% profit margin vs 4.0%. LLY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.58. LLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
CNMD
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LLY
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+27.2%
Fair Value
$58.17
Current Price
$43.28
$14.89 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LLY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 136.8% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 81 in profit
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.4%
Revenue surging 55.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 169.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.4% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 34.7x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNMD
The strongest argument for CNMD centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : LLY
The strongest argument for LLY centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 49.4%. Revenue growth of 55.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNMD
The primary concerns for CNMD are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LLY
The primary concerns for LLY are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNMD profiles as a value stock while LLY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNMD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
LLY is growing revenue faster at 55.5% — sustainability is the question.
LLY generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LLY scores higher overall (76/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 35.0% margins and 55.5% revenue growth. CNMD offers better value entry with a 27.2% margin of safety. 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.
CONMED Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
CONMED Corporation, a medical technology company, develops, manufactures and sells surgical devices and related equipment for minimally invasive procedures worldwide. The company is headquartered in Largo, Florida.
Eli Lilly and Company
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Eli Lilly and Company is an American pharmaceutical company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, with offices in 18 countries. Its products are sold in approximately 125 countries.
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