Medtronic PLC (MDT)vsS&P Global Inc (SPGI)
MDT
Medtronic PLC
$87.89
+1.51%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $110.62B
SPGI
S&P Global Inc
$408.48
-0.66%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $124.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Medtronic PLC generates 131% more annual revenue ($35.48B vs $15.34B). SPGI leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 13.0%. SPGI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. SPGI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
MDT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SPGI
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-255.7%
Fair Value
$24.34
Current Price
$87.89
$63.55 premium
Margin of Safety
+40.5%
Fair Value
$687.02
Current Price
$408.48
$278.54 discount
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
Strong operational efficiency at 38.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 32.0% YoY
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 11.8%
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MDT
The strongest argument for MDT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SPGI
The strongest argument for SPGI centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 38.3%.
Bear Case : MDT
The primary concerns for MDT are EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SPGI
The primary concerns for SPGI are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MDT profiles as a value stock while SPGI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPGI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
SPGI is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
MDT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SPGI scores higher overall (67/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" 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.
S&P Global Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
S&P Global Inc. is an American publicly traded corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City. Its primary areas of business are financial information and analytics.
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