Api Group Corp (APG)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
APG
Api Group Corp
$44.67
-2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.87B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$312.55
+0.83%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $21.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Api Group Corp generates 154% more annual revenue ($8.17B vs $3.22B). WST leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 4.0%. WST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
APG
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
WST
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-23.3%
Fair Value
$36.50
Current Price
$44.67
$8.17 premium
Margin of Safety
-32.8%
Fair Value
$185.39
Current Price
$312.55
$127.16 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 61.4% YoY
15.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 56.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Revenue surging 21.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APG
The strongest argument for APG centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 21.7%. Revenue growth of 21.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APG
The primary concerns for APG are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.69 — expect wider price swings.
WST is growing revenue faster at 21.0% — sustainability is the question.
APG generates stronger free cash flow (67M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WST scores higher overall (67/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins and 21.0% revenue growth. 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.
Api Group Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
APi Group Corporation provides security, specialty and industrial services primarily in North America. The company is headquartered in New Brighton, Minnesota.
Visit Website →West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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