Edwards Lifesciences Corp (EW)vsLivaNova PLC (LIVN)
EW
Edwards Lifesciences Corp
$85.96
-1.70%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $49.01B
LIVN
LivaNova PLC
$72.36
-1.84%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $4.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Edwards Lifesciences Corp generates 340% more annual revenue ($6.30B vs $1.43B). EW leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs 7.5%. LIVN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.91. EW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EW
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
LIVN
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.7%
Fair Value
$253.29
Current Price
$85.96
$167.33 discount
Margin of Safety
+6.1%
Fair Value
$70.73
Current Price
$72.36
$1.63 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 31.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
16.7% revenue growth
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
7.5% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 45.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EW
The strongest argument for EW centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at 31.2%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LIVN
The strongest argument for LIVN centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EW
The primary concerns for EW are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 46.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LIVN
The primary concerns for LIVN are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 40.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EW profiles as a growth stock while LIVN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LIVN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
EW is growing revenue faster at 16.7% — sustainability is the question.
LIVN generates stronger free cash flow (926,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EW scores higher overall (61/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 17.4% margins and 16.7% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Edwards Lifesciences Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Edwards Lifesciences is an American medical technology company headquartered in Irvine, California, specializing in artificial heart valves and hemodynamic monitoring.
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HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
LivaNova PLC, a medical device company, designs, develops, manufactures and sells therapeutic solutions globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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