AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$243.79
-0.53%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $447.53B
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$157.97
-1.49%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $263.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AbbVie Inc generates 2% more annual revenue ($62.82B vs $61.37B). AZN leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 5.8%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.42. ABBV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ABBV
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
AZN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-78.8%
Fair Value
$147.26
Current Price
$243.79
$96.53 premium
Margin of Safety
+13.9%
Fair Value
$196.93
Current Price
$157.97
$38.96 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 62 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 2.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
5.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 46.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
2.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABBV
The strongest argument for ABBV centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 124.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABBV profiles as a value stock while AZN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ABBV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.28 — expect wider price swings.
ABBV is growing revenue faster at 12.4% — sustainability is the question.
ABBV generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ABBV scores higher overall (63/100 vs 60/100) and 12.4% revenue growth. 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.
AbbVie Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
AbbVie is an American publicly traded biopharmaceutical company founded in 2013. It originated as a spin-off of Abbott Laboratories.
AstraZeneca PLC
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
AstraZeneca PLC discovers, develops, manufactures and markets prescription drugs in the areas of oncology, cardiovascular, renal and metabolism, respiratory, infections, neuroscience and gastroenterology worldwide. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, the United Kingdom.
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