CVS Health Corp (CVS)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
CVS
CVS Health Corp
$72.18
-0.85%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $92.62B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$122.64
+1.70%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $54.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CVS Health Corp generates 17174% more annual revenue ($399.83B vs $2.31B). WPM leads profitability with a 63.6% profit margin vs 0.4%. CVS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.21. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
CVS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
WPM
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-18.4%
Fair Value
$65.05
Current Price
$72.18
$7.13 premium
Margin of Safety
+1.4%
Fair Value
$151.16
Current Price
$122.64
$28.52 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 76.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.2%
Revenue surging 127.2% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.6%
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVS
The strongest argument for CVS centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.6% and operating margin at 75.2%. Revenue growth of 127.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CVS
The primary concerns for CVS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 52.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVS profiles as a value stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 127.2% — sustainability is the question.
CVS generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (76/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 63.6% margins and 127.2% revenue growth. 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.
CVS Health Corp
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
CVS Health (previously CVS Corporation and CVS Caremark Corporation) is an American healthcare company that owns CVS Pharmacy, a retail pharmacy chain; CVS Caremark, a pharmacy benefits manager; Aetna, a health insurance provider, among many other brands. The company's headquarters is in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
Visit Website →Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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