Alcon AG (ALC)vsSeaboard Corporation (SEB)
ALC
Alcon AG
$62.56
-2.07%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $31.15B
SEB
Seaboard Corporation
$4,540.14
+0.29%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alcon AG generates 8% more annual revenue ($10.63B vs $9.83B). ALC leads profitability with a 7.7% profit margin vs 5.9%. SEB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. SEB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
SEB
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.9%
Fair Value
$92.25
Current Price
$62.56
$29.69 discount
Margin of Safety
+49.9%
Fair Value
$11112.70
Current Price
$4540.14
$6572.56 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 277.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
3.6% revenue growth
5.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SEB
The strongest argument for SEB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SEB
The primary concerns for SEB are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
ALC generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SEB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "Strong 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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INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Seaboard Corporation is a global agribusiness and transportation company. The company is headquartered in Merriam, Kansas.
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