Abcellera Biologics Inc (ABCL)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
ABCL
Abcellera Biologics Inc
$5.74
-11.77%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.60B
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$183.02
+1.10%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $284.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 76204% more annual revenue ($60.44B vs $79.21M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs -181.7%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ABCL
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+64.7%
Fair Value
$8.86
Current Price
$5.74
$3.12 discount
Margin of Safety
+5.9%
Fair Value
$194.57
Current Price
$183.02
$11.55 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 96.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 45.9% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.9%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -15.3% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABCL
The strongest argument for ABCL centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 96.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 27.9%. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ABCL
The primary concerns for ABCL are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABCL profiles as a hypergrowth stock while AZN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ABCL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
ABCL is growing revenue faster at 96.3% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 12.5% revenue growth. ABCL offers better value entry with a 64.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Abcellera Biologics Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
AbCellera Biologics Inc. develops an antibody discovery platform. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
Visit Website →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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