Alcon AG (ALC)vsAvantor Inc (AVTR)
ALC
Alcon AG
$66.81
+0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $33.11B
AVTR
Avantor Inc
$9.16
-3.78%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $6.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alcon AG generates 62% more annual revenue ($10.63B vs $6.55B). ALC leads profitability with a 7.7% profit margin vs -8.4%. ALC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
AVTR
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-24.0%
Fair Value
$64.04
Current Price
$66.81
$2.77 premium
Margin of Safety
+24.4%
Fair Value
$12.76
Current Price
$9.16
$3.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
0.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -9.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 33.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : AVTR
The strongest argument for AVTR centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 40.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : AVTR
The primary concerns for AVTR are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC profiles as a value stock while AVTR is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
AVTR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
ALC is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
ALC generates stronger free cash flow (274M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALC scores higher overall (49/100 vs 39/100). AVTR offers better value entry with a 24.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alcon AG
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Alcon, Inc., an eye care company, researches, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells eye care products for eye care professionals and their patients around the world. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
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HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Avantor, Inc. provides products and services to clients in the biopharmaceutical, healthcare, education and government, advanced technologies and applied materials industries in America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. The company is headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania.
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