Aligos Therapeutics Inc (ALGS)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
ALGS
Aligos Therapeutics Inc
$5.22
-2.06%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $33.28M
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$160.17
+2.23%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $252.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 194601% more annual revenue ($61.37B vs $31.52M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs -241.0%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ALGS
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
AZN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.0%
Fair Value
$62.23
Current Price
$5.22
$57.01 discount
Margin of Safety
+18.4%
Fair Value
$196.10
Current Price
$160.17
$35.93 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 2779.0% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 2.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -284.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALGS
The strongest argument for ALGS centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 2779.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%. PEG of 1.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALGS
The primary concerns for ALGS are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALGS profiles as a hypergrowth stock while AZN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALGS carries more volatility with a beta of 2.33 — expect wider price swings.
ALGS is growing revenue faster at 2779.0% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (60/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins. ALGS offers better value entry with a 88.0% margin of safety. 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.
Aligos Therapeutics Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Aligos Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, is focused on developing novel therapies to address unmet medical needs in viral and liver diseases. The company is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.
AstraZeneca PLC
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
AstraZeneca PLC discovers, develops, manufactures and markets prescription drugs in the areas of oncology, cardiovascular, renal and metabolism, respiratory, infections, neuroscience and gastroenterology worldwide. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, the United Kingdom.
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