Arista Networks (ANET)vsMerck & Company Inc (MRK)
ANET
Arista Networks
$172.62
-0.05%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $217.46B
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$113.11
+0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $277.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 630% more annual revenue ($65.77B vs $9.01B). ANET leads profitability with a 39.0% profit margin vs 13.6%. ANET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.40. ANET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ANET
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
MRK
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+70.4%
Fair Value
$449.02
Current Price
$172.62
$276.40 discount
Margin of Safety
-15.7%
Fair Value
$97.76
Current Price
$113.11
$15.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.5%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 28.9% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.1%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 17.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANET
The strongest argument for ANET centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.0% and operating margin at 41.5%. Revenue growth of 28.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : ANET
The primary concerns for ANET are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 62.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANET profiles as a growth stock while MRK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ANET carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
ANET is growing revenue faster at 28.9% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ANET scores higher overall (68/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 39.0% margins and 28.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Arista Networks
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Arista Networks (formerly Arastra) is an American computer networking company headquartered in Santa Clara, California. The company designs and sells multilayer network switches to deliver software-defined networking (SDN) solutions for large datacenter, cloud computing, high-performance computing, and high-frequency trading environments.
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HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Merck & Co. is an American multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey. It is named after the Merck family, which set up Merck Group in Germany in 1668.
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