Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)vsPalatin Technologies, Inc. Common Stock (PTN)
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$255.88
-3.66%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $615.36B
PTN
Palatin Technologies, Inc. Common Stock
$8.08
+5.21%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $14.38M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 759965% more annual revenue ($97.93B vs $12.88M). JNJ leads profitability with a 21.5% profit margin vs -48.5%. PTN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.62. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
JNJ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
PTN
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : PTN
The strongest argument for PTN centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PTN
The primary concerns for PTN are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. A P/E of 67.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JNJ profiles as a mature stock while PTN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
JNJ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.23 — expect wider price swings.
JNJ is growing revenue faster at 6.6% — 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 36/100), backed by strong 21.5% 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 →Palatin Technologies, Inc. Common Stock
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Palatin Technologies, Inc., a specialty biopharmaceutical company, develops targeted receptor-specific therapies for the treatment of various diseases in the United States. The company is headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey.
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