AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$262.55
-0.20%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $454.36B
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$267.35
+0.03%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $640.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 52% more annual revenue ($97.93B vs $64.39B). JNJ leads profitability with a 21.5% profit margin vs 9.8%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.52. ABBV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ABBV
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
JNJ
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-69.4%
Fair Value
$151.82
Current Price
$262.55
$110.73 premium
Margin of Safety
-88.9%
Fair Value
$140.57
Current Price
$267.35
$126.78 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 62 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.0%
Earnings expanding 290.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.2%
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABBV
The strongest argument for ABBV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.52 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JNJ
The strongest argument for JNJ centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.5% and operating margin at 29.2%.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 72.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABBV profiles as a value stock while JNJ 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 10.2% — sustainability is the question.
JNJ generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ABBV scores higher overall (73/100 vs 59/100) and 10.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Johnson & Johnson
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is an American multinational corporation founded in 1886 that develops medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods. Its common stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the company is ranked No. 36 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue. Johnson & Johnson is one of the world's most valuable companies, and is one of only two U.S.-based companies that has a prime credit rating of AAA, higher than that of the United States government.
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