Ascendis Pharma AS (ASND)vsRegeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc (REGN)
ASND
Ascendis Pharma AS
$220.90
+2.49%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $13.23B
REGN
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc
$749.47
+1.05%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $78.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc generates 1892% more annual revenue ($14.34B vs $720.13M). REGN leads profitability with a 31.4% profit margin vs -31.7%. REGN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ASND
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
REGN
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASND.
Margin of Safety
-165.8%
Fair Value
$281.93
Current Price
$749.47
$467.54 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 42.3% year-over-year
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Operating margin of 1.0%
ROE of -8.2% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 2.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASND
The strongest argument for ASND centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 42.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : REGN
The strongest argument for REGN centers on Profit Margin, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.4% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bear Case : ASND
The primary concerns for ASND are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : REGN
The primary concerns for REGN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASND profiles as a hypergrowth stock while REGN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASND carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
ASND is growing revenue faster at 42.3% — sustainability is the question.
REGN generates stronger free cash flow (922M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REGN scores higher overall (58/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 31.4% 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.
Ascendis Pharma AS
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Ascendis Pharma A / S, a biopharmaceutical company, develops therapies for unmet medical needs. The company is headquartered in Hellerup, Denmark.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an American biotechnology company headquartered in Westchester County, New York. Originally focused on neurotrophic factors and their regenerative capabilities, giving rise to its name, the company then branched out into the study of both cytokine and tyrosine kinase receptors.
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