Merit Medical Systems Inc (MMSI)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
MMSI
Merit Medical Systems Inc
$85.82
+0.34%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $5.08B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$348.76
+0.24%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $24.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc generates 111% more annual revenue ($3.33B vs $1.58B). WST leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 9.2%. MMSI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.76. WST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MMSI
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WST
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-46.0%
Fair Value
$55.69
Current Price
$85.82
$30.13 premium
Margin of Safety
-47.9%
Fair Value
$166.45
Current Price
$348.76
$182.31 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 20.4% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 22.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MMSI
The strongest argument for MMSI centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 22.5%. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MMSI
The primary concerns for MMSI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MMSI profiles as a value stock while WST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
WST is growing revenue faster at 13.8% — sustainability is the question.
WST generates stronger free cash flow (81M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WST scores higher overall (61/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins and 13.8% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Merit Medical Systems Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Merit Medical Systems, Inc. manufactures and markets disposable medical devices for interventional, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures in cardiology, radiology, oncology, intensive care, and endoscopy. The company is headquartered in South Jordan, Utah.
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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