Merck & Company Inc (MRK)vsTempus AI, Inc. Class A Common Stock (TEM)
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$143.93
-0.54%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $355.10B
TEM
Tempus AI, Inc. Class A Common Stock
$59.01
+0.46%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $11.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 4549% more annual revenue ($66.57B vs $1.43B). MRK leads profitability with a 4.8% profit margin vs -17.8%. MRK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 36/100 (F).
MRK
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
TEM
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-73.7%
Fair Value
$82.84
Current Price
$143.93
$61.09 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TEM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 21.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.5x book value
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
0.0% earnings growth
Trading at 23.9x book value
ROE of -57.2% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : TEM
The strongest argument for TEM centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 116.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TEM
The primary concerns for TEM are EPS Growth, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.25 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MRK profiles as a value stock while TEM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEM carries more volatility with a beta of 3.72 — expect wider price swings.
TEM is growing revenue faster at 21.6% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MRK scores higher overall (36/100 vs 28/100). 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 →Tempus AI, Inc. Class A Common Stock
HEALTHCARE · HEALTH INFORMATION SERVICES · USA
Tempus AI, Inc is a healthcare technology company. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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