Repro Med Systems Inc (KRMD)vsMerck & Company Inc (MRK)
KRMD
Repro Med Systems Inc
$3.99
+0.50%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $188.84M
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$109.18
+2.74%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $274.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 157972% more annual revenue ($65.01B vs $41.13M). MRK leads profitability with a 28.1% profit margin vs -6.4%. MRK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
KRMD
Avoid24
out of 100
Grade: F
MRK
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-71.4%
Fair Value
$2.66
Current Price
$3.99
$1.33 premium
Margin of Safety
-13.2%
Fair Value
$96.48
Current Price
$109.18
$12.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.8%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.8x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -15.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 66.0%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 19.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KRMD
The strongest argument for KRMD centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.1% and operating margin at 32.8%.
Bear Case : KRMD
The primary concerns for KRMD are Price/Book, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KRMD profiles as a growth stock while MRK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KRMD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — expect wider price swings.
KRMD is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MRK scores higher overall (59/100 vs 24/100), backed by strong 28.1% 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.
Repro Med Systems Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Repro Med Systems, Inc., doing business as KORU Medical Systems, designs, manufactures, and markets portable medical devices primarily for the ambulatory infusion market in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chester, New York.
Merck & Company Inc
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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