Medtronic PLC (MDT)vsKoninklijke Philips NV ADR (PHG)
MDT
Medtronic PLC
$86.16
-0.82%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $113.55B
PHG
Koninklijke Philips NV ADR
$26.25
-2.27%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $27.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Medtronic PLC generates 99% more annual revenue ($35.48B vs $17.83B). MDT leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 5.0%. PHG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.36. MDT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
MDT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PHG
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-254.0%
Fair Value
$24.34
Current Price
$86.16
$61.82 premium
Margin of Safety
-340.5%
Fair Value
$7.28
Current Price
$26.25
$18.97 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 110.0% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 11.8%
Moderate valuation
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Earnings declined 50.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MDT
The strongest argument for MDT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : PHG
The strongest argument for PHG centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 110.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MDT
The primary concerns for MDT are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PHG
The primary concerns for PHG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MDT profiles as a value stock while PHG is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PHG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
PHG is growing revenue faster at 110.0% — sustainability is the question.
MDT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MDT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Medtronic PLC
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Medtronic plc is an American-Irish registered medical device company that primarily operates in the United States. Medtronic has an operational and executive headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota in the US.
Koninklijke Philips NV ADR
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Koninklijke Philips NV is a healthcare technology company in North America, Greater China and internationally. The company is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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