AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsSelect Medical Holdings (SEM)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$211.32
+3.64%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $360.63B
SEM
Select Medical Holdings
$16.41
-0.49%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $2.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AbbVie Inc generates 1022% more annual revenue ($61.16B vs $5.45B). ABBV leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs 2.7%. ABBV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.48. ABBV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ABBV
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SEM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.3%
Fair Value
$163.42
Current Price
$211.32
$47.90 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SEM.
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 34.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 4.9B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
6.9% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 88.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABBV
The strongest argument for ABBV centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.48 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SEM
The strongest argument for SEM centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : ABBV
The primary concerns for ABBV are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 100.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SEM
The primary concerns for SEM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SEM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
ABBV is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
ABBV generates stronger free cash flow (4.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ABBV scores higher overall (63/100 vs 51/100). 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.
Select Medical Holdings
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Select Medical Holdings Corporation, through its subsidiary, Select Medical Corporation, operates critical illness recovery hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, and occupational health centers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
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