Haemonetics Corporation (HAE)vsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ)
HAE
Haemonetics Corporation
$120.14
+0.41%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $5.38B
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$266.19
-1.62%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $657.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 7247% more annual revenue ($99.33B vs $1.35B). JNJ leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs 7.1%. HAE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.90. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
HAE
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
JNJ
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.3%
Fair Value
$87.57
Current Price
$120.14
$32.57 discount
Margin of Safety
-89.3%
Fair Value
$144.28
Current Price
$266.19
$121.91 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 25.7%
Generating 6.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
7.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 95.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HAE
HAE 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 25.7%.
Bear Case : HAE
The primary concerns for HAE are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 57.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HAE profiles as a value stock while JNJ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
HAE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — 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 (54/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 16.2% margins. HAE offers better value entry with a 34.3% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Haemonetics Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Haemonetics Corporation, a healthcare company, offers medical products and solutions. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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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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