Akebia Ther (AKBA)vsUnited Therapeutics Corporation (UTHR)
AKBA
Akebia Ther
$1.39
+2.21%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $380.39M
UTHR
United Therapeutics Corporation
$541.60
+1.84%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $23.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Therapeutics Corporation generates 1247% more annual revenue ($3.18B vs $236.20M). UTHR leads profitability with a 41.9% profit margin vs -2.3%. UTHR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AKBA
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
UTHR
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AKBA.
Margin of Safety
+62.9%
Fair Value
$1282.02
Current Price
$541.60
$740.42 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 23.9% year-over-year
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 24.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.6x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AKBA
The strongest argument for AKBA centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UTHR
The strongest argument for UTHR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.9% and operating margin at 45.0%.
Bear Case : AKBA
The primary concerns for AKBA are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : UTHR
The primary concerns for UTHR are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AKBA profiles as a growth stock while UTHR is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
UTHR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
AKBA is growing revenue faster at 23.9% — sustainability is the question.
UTHR generates stronger free cash flow (173M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UTHR scores higher overall (67/100 vs 31/100), backed by strong 41.9% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Akebia Ther
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
Akebia Therapeutics, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, focuses on the development and commercialization of kidney therapies for patients with kidney disease. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
United Therapeutics Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
United Therapeutics Corporation, a biotechnology company, is dedicated to the development and commercialization of products to address the unmet medical needs of patients with chronic and life-threatening diseases in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland.
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