Alcon AG (ALC)vsKestra Medical Technologies, Ltd. Common Stock (KMTS)
ALC
Alcon AG
$66.18
-0.60%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $31.11B
KMTS
Kestra Medical Technologies, Ltd. Common Stock
$27.24
-5.02%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alcon AG generates 10077% more annual revenue ($10.86B vs $106.73M). ALC leads profitability with a 5.9% profit margin vs -140.4%. ALC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
ALC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
KMTS
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.8%
Fair Value
$64.64
Current Price
$66.18
$1.54 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KMTS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 59.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -50.3% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KMTS
The strongest argument for KMTS centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 59.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 48.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KMTS
The primary concerns for KMTS are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC profiles as a value stock while KMTS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KMTS is growing revenue faster at 59.9% — sustainability is the question.
ALC generates stronger free cash flow (414M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ALC scores higher overall (51/100 vs 28/100). 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.
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
Kestra Medical Technologies, Ltd. is a wearable medical device and digital healthcare company. The company is headquartered in Kirkland, Washington.
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