Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)vsRhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc (RYTM)
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$271.17
+0.86%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $615.87B
RYTM
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc
$91.97
-0.23%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $5.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 41304% more annual revenue ($99.33B vs $239.92M). JNJ leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs -85.6%. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
JNJ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
RYTM
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-83.0%
Fair Value
$144.12
Current Price
$271.17
$127.05 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RYTM.
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
Revenue surging 46.9% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Trading at 61.3x book value
ROE of -164.9% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : RYTM
The strongest argument for RYTM centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 46.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RYTM
The primary concerns for RYTM are EPS Growth, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JNJ profiles as a mature stock while RYTM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RYTM carries more volatility with a beta of 2.01 — expect wider price swings.
RYTM is growing revenue faster at 46.9% — 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 30/100), backed by strong 16.2% 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.
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 →Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company, focuses on the development and commercialization of therapies for the treatment of rare genetic diseases of obesity. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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