Achieve Life Sciences Inc (ACHV)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
ACHV
Achieve Life Sciences Inc
$7.06
-3.02%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $775.88M
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$160.17
+0.33%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $252.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AZN leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. AZN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.28. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ACHV
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
AZN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ACHV.
Margin of Safety
+18.4%
Fair Value
$196.10
Current Price
$160.17
$35.93 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 2.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
2.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACHV
The strongest argument for ACHV centers on Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%. PEG of 1.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ACHV
The primary concerns for ACHV are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACHV profiles as a value stock while AZN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACHV carries more volatility with a beta of 2.25 — expect wider price swings.
AZN is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (60/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Achieve Life Sciences Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Achieve Life Sciences, Inc., a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company, develops and markets cytisinicline for smoking and nicotine addiction cessation in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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