Allogene Therapeutics Inc (ALLO)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
ALLO
Allogene Therapeutics Inc
$1.88
-7.84%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $707.57M
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$185.95
-0.79%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $282.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AZN leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs 0.0%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ALLO
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ALLO.
Margin of Safety
+8.2%
Fair Value
$194.77
Current Price
$185.95
$8.82 discount
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 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.9%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALLO
The strongest argument for ALLO centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 27.9%. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALLO
The primary concerns for ALLO are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALLO profiles as a value stock while AZN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALLO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.46 — expect wider price swings.
AZN is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 25/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 12.5% revenue growth. 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.
Allogene Therapeutics Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Allogene Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company, develops and markets genetically engineered allogeneic T-cell therapies for the treatment of cancer. 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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