Jabil Circuit Inc (JBL)vsMerck & Company Inc (MRK)
JBL
Jabil Circuit Inc
$355.15
+1.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $36.88B
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$111.38
-0.82%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $277.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 101% more annual revenue ($65.77B vs $32.67B). MRK leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs 2.5%. JBL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. JBL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
JBL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
MRK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.4%
Fair Value
$282.03
Current Price
$355.15
$73.12 discount
Margin of Safety
-13.8%
Fair Value
$97.84
Current Price
$111.38
$13.54 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Earnings expanding 96.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JBL
The strongest argument for JBL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 23.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : JBL
The primary concerns for JBL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 47.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JBL profiles as a growth stock while MRK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JBL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
JBL is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JBL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 50/100) and 23.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Jabil Circuit Inc
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Jabil Inc. provides global manufacturing solutions and services. The company is headquartered in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
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HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Merck & Co. is an American multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey. It is named after the Merck family, which set up Merck Group in Germany in 1668.
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