Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc (CPIX)vsEli Lilly and Company (LLY)
CPIX
Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc
$4.19
-0.48%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $60.72M
LLY
Eli Lilly and Company
$851.21
+9.80%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $760.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eli Lilly and Company generates 146299% more annual revenue ($65.18B vs $44.52M). LLY leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs -6.4%. LLY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. LLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
CPIX
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
LLY
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+39.7%
Fair Value
$6.42
Current Price
$4.19
$2.23 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LLY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 31.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 101 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.9%
Revenue surging 42.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 51.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -12.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 28.7x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPIX
The strongest argument for CPIX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 31.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LLY
The strongest argument for LLY centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 44.9%. Revenue growth of 42.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CPIX
The primary concerns for CPIX are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : LLY
The primary concerns for LLY are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPIX profiles as a hypergrowth stock while LLY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LLY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
LLY is growing revenue faster at 42.6% — sustainability is the question.
LLY generates stronger free cash flow (678M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LLY scores higher overall (78/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins and 42.6% revenue growth. CPIX offers better value entry with a 39.7% 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.
Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc., a specialty pharmaceutical company, focuses on the acquisition, development, and marketing of prescription products for hospital acute care, gastroenterology, and rheumatology in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.
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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