Iovance Biotherapeutics Inc (IOVA)vsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ)
IOVA
Iovance Biotherapeutics Inc
$4.56
-2.98%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $2.23B
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$255.88
-3.63%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $615.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 34188% more annual revenue ($97.93B vs $285.61M). JNJ leads profitability with a 21.5% profit margin vs -123.9%. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
IOVA
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
JNJ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 44.8% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 28.6%
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -47.5% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IOVA
The strongest argument for IOVA centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 44.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : JNJ
The strongest argument for JNJ centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.5% and operating margin at 28.6%.
Bear Case : IOVA
The primary concerns for IOVA are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IOVA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while JNJ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
IOVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
IOVA is growing revenue faster at 44.8% — sustainability is the question.
JNJ generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JNJ scores higher overall (57/100 vs 33/100), backed by strong 21.5% margins. 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.
Iovance Biotherapeutics Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company, focuses on developing and commercializing cancer immunotherapy products to harness the power of a patient's immune system to eradicate cancer cells. The company is headquartered in San Carlos, California.
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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