Elanco Animal Health (ELAN)vsEli Lilly and Company (LLY)
ELAN
Elanco Animal Health
$23.17
+1.36%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $11.98B
LLY
Eli Lilly and Company
$1,115.70
-0.65%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $994.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eli Lilly and Company generates 1487% more annual revenue ($79.67B vs $5.02B). LLY leads profitability with a 33.5% profit margin vs -4.0%. LLY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.11. LLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
ELAN
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
LLY
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.5%
Fair Value
$19.85
Current Price
$23.17
$3.32 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LLY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 440.5% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 79 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.2%
Revenue surging 47.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 26.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 29.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELAN
The strongest argument for ELAN centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.2% 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 33.5% and operating margin at 54.2%. Revenue growth of 47.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ELAN
The primary concerns for ELAN are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : LLY
The primary concerns for LLY are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELAN profiles as a turnaround stock while LLY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ELAN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
LLY is growing revenue faster at 47.7% — sustainability is the question.
LLY generates stronger free cash flow (7.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LLY scores higher overall (76/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 33.5% margins and 47.7% 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.
Elanco Animal Health
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
Elanco Animal Health Incorporated, an animal health company, innovates, develops, manufactures and markets products for pets and farm animals. The company is headquartered in Greenfield, Indiana.
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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