Alcon AG (ALC)vsThe Cooper Companies, Inc (COO)
ALC
Alcon AG
$75.26
+1.37%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $37.11B
COO
The Cooper Companies, Inc
$71.45
+1.36%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $13.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alcon AG generates 151% more annual revenue ($10.40B vs $4.15B). COO leads profitability with a 9.7% profit margin vs 9.4%. ALC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.70. COO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
COO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-489.8%
Fair Value
$13.46
Current Price
$75.26
$61.80 premium
Margin of Safety
+11.7%
Fair Value
$94.07
Current Price
$71.45
$22.62 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Earnings expanding 26.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 22.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : COO
The strongest argument for COO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : COO
The primary concerns for COO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
ALC is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
ALC generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
COO scores higher overall (63/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "Buy" 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
The Cooper Companies, Inc., branded as CooperCompanies, is a global medical device company headquartered in San Ramon, California.
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