Akari Therapeutics PLC (AKTX)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
AKTX
Akari Therapeutics PLC
$11.30
+3.86%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $21.18M
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$160.17
+2.23%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $252.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AZN leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
AKTX
Avoid23
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 AKTX.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
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 : AKTX
The strongest argument for AKTX centers on Price/Book, 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 : AKTX
The primary concerns for AKTX 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
AKTX profiles as a value stock while AZN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AKTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — 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 23/100), 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.
Akari Therapeutics PLC
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Akari Therapeutics, Plc, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, focuses on the development and commercialization of treatments for autoinflammatory diseases that involve complement and leukotriene pathways. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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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