Merck & Company Inc (MRK)vsToyota Motor Corporation ADR (TM)
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$111.38
-0.82%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $277.36B
TM
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR
$187.53
-0.78%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $230.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR generates 76610% more annual revenue ($50.45T vs $65.77B). MRK leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs 7.3%. TM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.54. TM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
MRK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
TM
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-14.9%
Fair Value
$97.76
Current Price
$111.38
$13.62 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 592.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.0x book value
7.3% margin — thin
Earnings declined 42.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : TM
The strongest argument for TM centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TM
The primary concerns for TM are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.33 — expect wider price swings.
TM is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
TM generates stronger free cash flow (592.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TM scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100). 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.
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 →Toyota Motor Corporation ADR
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Toyota Motor Corporation designs, manufactures, assembles and sells passenger cars, minivans and commercial vehicles, and related parts and accessories. The company is headquartered in Toyota, Japan.
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