AbbVie Inc (ABBV)vsSTERIS plc (STE)
ABBV
AbbVie Inc
$211.32
+3.64%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $360.63B
STE
STERIS plc
$216.88
+1.99%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $20.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AbbVie Inc generates 949% more annual revenue ($61.16B vs $5.83B). STE leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs 6.9%. 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+
STE
Buy60
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
Margin of Safety
-25.7%
Fair Value
$193.71
Current Price
$216.88
$23.17 premium
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
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
Moderate valuation
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 : STE
The strongest argument for STE centers on Price/Book.
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 : STE
The primary concerns for STE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — 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 60/100). 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.
STERIS plc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Steris Corporation is an American Irish-domiciled medical equipment company specializing in sterilization and surgical products for the US healthcare system.
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