Achieve Life Sciences Inc (ACHV)vsRegeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc (REGN)
ACHV
Achieve Life Sciences Inc
$2.82
-2.76%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $212.94M
REGN
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc
$749.47
+1.05%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $78.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
REGN leads profitability with a 31.4% profit margin vs 0.0%. REGN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.56. REGN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ACHV
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
REGN
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ACHV.
Margin of Safety
-165.8%
Fair Value
$281.93
Current Price
$749.47
$467.54 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 2.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACHV
The strongest argument for ACHV centers on Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : REGN
The strongest argument for REGN centers on Profit Margin, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.4% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bear Case : ACHV
The primary concerns for ACHV are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : REGN
The primary concerns for REGN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACHV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
REGN is growing revenue faster at 2.5% — sustainability is the question.
REGN generates stronger free cash flow (922M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BIOTECHNOLOGY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
REGN scores higher overall (58/100 vs 23/100), backed by strong 31.4% 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.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an American biotechnology company headquartered in Westchester County, New York. Originally focused on neurotrophic factors and their regenerative capabilities, giving rise to its name, the company then branched out into the study of both cytokine and tyrosine kinase receptors.
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