Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vsTactile Systems Technology Inc (TCMD)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$104.83
+0.74%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $180.82B
TCMD
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$26.96
+0.37%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $602.71M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Abbott Laboratories generates 13352% more annual revenue ($44.33B vs $329.52M). ABT leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 5.8%. ABT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. TCMD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ABT
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
TCMD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-315.5%
Fair Value
$25.23
Current Price
$104.83
$79.60 premium
Margin of Safety
+3.7%
Fair Value
$28.67
Current Price
$26.96
$1.71 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.8% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : TCMD
The strongest argument for TCMD centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TCMD
The primary concerns for TCMD are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABT profiles as a value stock while TCMD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TCMD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
TCMD is growing revenue faster at 21.0% — sustainability is the question.
ABT generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TCMD scores higher overall (58/100 vs 51/100) and 21.0% 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.
Abbott Laboratories
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Abbott Laboratories is an American multinational medical devices and health care company with headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States. The company was founded by Chicago physician Wallace Calvin Abbott in 1888 to formulate known drugs; today, it sells medical devices, diagnostics, branded generic medicines and nutritional products. It split off its research-based pharmaceuticals business into AbbVie in 2013.
Visit Website →Tactile Systems Technology Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Tactile Systems Technology, Inc., a medical technology company, is dedicated to the development and supply of medical devices for chronic diseases in the United States. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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