Merck & Company Inc (MRK)vsSHL Telemedicine Ltd American Depositary Shares (SHLT)
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$146.73
-0.14%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $368.89B
SHLT
SHL Telemedicine Ltd American Depositary Shares
$2.05
0.00%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $39.26M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 120349% more annual revenue ($67.38B vs $55.94M). MRK leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs -15.8%. MRK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
MRK
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
SHLT
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-72.9%
Fair Value
$84.87
Current Price
$146.73
$61.86 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SHLT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 41.2%
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
4.7% revenue growth
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -11.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : SHLT
The strongest argument for SHLT centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 151.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SHLT
The primary concerns for SHLT are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MRK profiles as a value stock while SHLT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHLT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.29 — expect wider price swings.
MRK is growing revenue faster at 4.7% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MRK scores higher overall (44/100 vs 32/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
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.
Visit Website →SHL Telemedicine Ltd American Depositary Shares
HEALTHCARE · HEALTH INFORMATION SERVICES · USA
SHL Telemedicine Ltd., develops and markets personal telemedicine solutions in Israel, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.
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