Avanos Medical Inc (AVNS)vsAstraZeneca PLC (AZN)
AVNS
Avanos Medical Inc
$25.05
+0.20%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.17B
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$185.95
-0.79%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $282.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 8342% more annual revenue ($60.44B vs $715.90M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs -10.4%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AVNS
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AVNS.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -8.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 21.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVNS
The strongest argument for AVNS centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
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 : AVNS
The primary concerns for AVNS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVNS profiles as a turnaround stock while AZN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AVNS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
AZN is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — 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. 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.
Avanos Medical Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Avanos Medical, Inc. is a medical technology company focused on providing medical device solutions to improve the quality of life for patients in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia.
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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