AtriCure Inc (ATRC)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
ATRC
AtriCure Inc
$27.10
-0.62%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.46B
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$185.95
-1.94%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $282.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 10846% more annual revenue ($60.44B vs $552.16M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs -0.8%. AZN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ATRC
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.5%
Fair Value
$73.91
Current Price
$27.10
$46.81 discount
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
Operating margin of 0.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ATRC
The strongest argument for ATRC centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : ATRC
The primary concerns for ATRC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ATRC profiles as a turnaround stock while AZN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ATRC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
ATRC is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — 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 37/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 12.5% revenue growth. ATRC offers better value entry with a 55.5% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
AtriCure Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
AtriCure, Inc. develops, manufactures, and sells devices for the surgical ablation of cardiac tissue and systems to medical centers in the United States, Europe, Asia, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Mason, Ohio.
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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