Enanta Pharmaceuticals Inc (ENTA)vsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ)
ENTA
Enanta Pharmaceuticals Inc
$11.55
-5.17%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $329.41M
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$271.17
+0.86%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $615.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 152119% more annual revenue ($99.33B vs $65.26M). JNJ leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs -96.9%. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ENTA
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
JNJ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+36.1%
Fair Value
$22.30
Current Price
$11.55
$10.75 discount
Margin of Safety
-83.0%
Fair Value
$144.12
Current Price
$271.17
$127.05 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 25.1%
Generating 6.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -53.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 21.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 96.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ENTA
ENTA has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : JNJ
The strongest argument for JNJ centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 25.1%.
Bear Case : ENTA
The primary concerns for ENTA are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ENTA profiles as a turnaround stock while JNJ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ENTA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
JNJ is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
JNJ generates stronger free cash flow (6.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JNJ scores higher overall (57/100 vs 21/100), backed by strong 16.2% margins. ENTA offers better value entry with a 36.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Enanta Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Enanta Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biotechnology company, discovers and develops small molecule drugs for the treatment of viral infections and liver diseases. The company is headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts.
Johnson & Johnson
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is an American multinational corporation founded in 1886 that develops medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods. Its common stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the company is ranked No. 36 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue. Johnson & Johnson is one of the world's most valuable companies, and is one of only two U.S.-based companies that has a prime credit rating of AAA, higher than that of the United States government.
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