Qnity Electronics, Inc (Q)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
Q
Qnity Electronics, Inc
$120.26
+1.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $24.81B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$247.02
+0.71%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Qnity Electronics, Inc generates 55% more annual revenue ($4.75B vs $3.07B). WST leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 14.6%. Q appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.41. WST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
Q
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
WST
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-410.3%
Fair Value
$22.44
Current Price
$120.26
$97.82 premium
Margin of Safety
-256.8%
Fair Value
$68.99
Current Price
$247.02
$178.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 52.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : Q
The strongest argument for Q centers on Operating Margin.
Bull Case : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bear Case : Q
The primary concerns for Q are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Q profiles as a value stock while WST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
Q is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
Q generates stronger free cash flow (420M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WST scores higher overall (55/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins. 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.
Qnity Electronics, Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
IQVIA Holdings Inc. provides integrated information and technology-enabled healthcare services in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina.
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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