Eli Lilly and Company (LLY)vsTwist Bioscience Corp (TWST)
LLY
Eli Lilly and Company
$1,102.08
+0.90%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.01T
TWST
Twist Bioscience Corp
$85.17
-6.37%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $4.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eli Lilly and Company generates 17544% more annual revenue ($72.25B vs $409.48M). LLY leads profitability with a 35.0% profit margin vs -19.9%. LLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
LLY
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
TWST
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LLY.
Margin of Safety
+58.3%
Fair Value
$119.02
Current Price
$85.17
$33.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 81 in profit
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.4%
Revenue surging 55.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 169.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 31.6x book value
Trading at 11.6x book value
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -17.9% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LLY
The strongest argument for LLY centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 49.4%. Revenue growth of 55.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TWST
The strongest argument for TWST centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LLY
The primary concerns for LLY are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TWST
The primary concerns for TWST are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TWST carries more volatility with a beta of 2.21 — expect wider price swings.
LLY is growing revenue faster at 55.5% — sustainability is the question.
LLY generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LLY scores higher overall (76/100 vs 26/100), backed by strong 35.0% margins and 55.5% revenue growth. TWST offers better value entry with a 58.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Eli Lilly and Company
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Eli Lilly and Company is an American pharmaceutical company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, with offices in 18 countries. Its products are sold in approximately 125 countries.
Visit Website →Twist Bioscience Corp
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Twist Bioscience Corporation, a synthetic biology company, manufactures and sells synthetic DNA-based products. The company is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.
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