Unilever PLC ADR (UL)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
UL
Unilever PLC ADR
$60.80
+0.30%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $132.46B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$247.02
+0.71%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Unilever PLC ADR generates 1543% more annual revenue ($50.50B vs $3.07B). UL leads profitability with a 18.8% profit margin vs 16.1%. UL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.91. WST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
UL
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
WST
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-268.2%
Fair Value
$20.26
Current Price
$60.80
$40.54 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
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.2%
Earnings declined 3.4%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : UL
The strongest argument for UL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 20.1%.
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 : UL
The primary concerns for UL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UL profiles as a declining stock while WST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
WST is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
UL generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WST scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins. 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.
Unilever PLC ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Unilever PLC is a fast moving consumer goods company in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Turkey, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, America and Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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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