Alcon AG (ALC)vsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ)
ALC
Alcon AG
$71.81
+3.26%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $33.70B
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$259.24
+0.88%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $614.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 821% more annual revenue ($97.93B vs $10.63B). JNJ leads profitability with a 21.5% profit margin vs 7.7%. ALC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
JNJ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.0%
Fair Value
$63.50
Current Price
$71.81
$8.31 premium
Margin of Safety
-84.8%
Fair Value
$139.37
Current Price
$259.24
$119.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.2%
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : JNJ
The strongest argument for JNJ centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.5% and operating margin at 29.2%.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 41.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC profiles as a value stock while JNJ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
ALC is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
JNJ generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JNJ scores higher overall (57/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 21.5% margins. 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 · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is an American multinational corporation founded in 1886 that develops medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods. Its common stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the company is ranked No. 36 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue. Johnson & Johnson is one of the world's most valuable companies, and is one of only two U.S.-based companies that has a prime credit rating of AAA, higher than that of the United States government.
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