Avanos Medical Inc (AVNS)vsBoston Scientific Corp (BSX)
AVNS
Avanos Medical Inc
$13.65
+1.87%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $606.93M
BSX
Boston Scientific Corp
$69.78
+2.39%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $101.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Boston Scientific Corp generates 2763% more annual revenue ($20.07B vs $701.20M). BSX leads profitability with a 14.4% profit margin vs -10.4%. BSX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
AVNS
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
BSX
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AVNS.
Margin of Safety
+1.2%
Fair Value
$70.62
Current Price
$69.78
$0.84 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
15.9% revenue growth
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.0%
ROE of -9.1% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVNS
The strongest argument for AVNS centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : BSX
The strongest argument for BSX centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVNS
The primary concerns for AVNS are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : BSX
The primary concerns for BSX are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVNS profiles as a turnaround stock while BSX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AVNS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
BSX is growing revenue faster at 15.9% — sustainability is the question.
BSX generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BSX scores higher overall (63/100 vs 39/100) and 15.9% 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.
Boston Scientific Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Boston Scientific Corporation, doing business as Boston Scientific, is a manufacturer of medical devices used in interventional medical specialties, including interventional radiology, interventional cardiology, peripheral interventions, neuromodulation, neurovascular intervention, electrophysiology, cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, endoscopy, oncology, urology and gynecology.
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