Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)vsNexgel Inc (NXGL)
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$275.19
+1.53%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $615.87B
NXGL
Nexgel Inc
$4.03
-5.29%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $2.45M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 823095% more annual revenue ($99.33B vs $12.07M). JNJ leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs -51.3%. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
JNJ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
NXGL
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-83.0%
Fair Value
$144.12
Current Price
$275.19
$131.07 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NXGL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 25.1%
Generating 6.4B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 27.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 96.0%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -80.5% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : NXGL
The strongest argument for NXGL centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NXGL
The primary concerns for NXGL are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JNJ profiles as a mature stock while NXGL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NXGL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
NXGL is growing revenue faster at 27.8% — 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 39/100), backed by strong 16.2% margins. 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.
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.
Visit Website →Nexgel Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
NEXGEL, Inc. manufactures aqueous, electron beam crosslinked, high water content hydrogels and polymeric gels. The company is headquartered in Langhorne, Pennsylvania.
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