Aquestive Therapeutics Inc (AQST)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
AQST
Aquestive Therapeutics Inc
$4.10
+1.23%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $509.57M
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$187.37
+1.17%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $287.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 131764% more annual revenue ($58.74B vs $44.55M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs -188.1%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AQST
Avoid22
out of 100
Grade: F
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.4%
Fair Value
$2.72
Current Price
$4.10
$1.38 premium
Margin of Safety
+4.1%
Fair Value
$214.51
Current Price
$187.37
$27.14 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 53.9% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.1% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AQST
AQST has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bear Case : AQST
The primary concerns for AQST are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AQST profiles as a turnaround stock while AZN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AQST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
AQST is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 22/100), backed by strong 17.4% margins. 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.
Aquestive Therapeutics Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
Aquestive Therapeutics, Inc., a pharmaceutical company, focuses on identifying, developing, and marketing various products to address unmet medical needs in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Warren, New Jersey.
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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