AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsQilian International Holding Group Limited (BGM)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$160.17
+2.23%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $252.33B
BGM
Qilian International Holding Group Limited
$0.25
-3.19%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $105.36M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 128003% more annual revenue ($61.37B vs $47.90M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs -44.2%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
AZN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
BGM
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+18.4%
Fair Value
$196.10
Current Price
$160.17
$35.93 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BGM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
Generating 2.1B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 69.8% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
2.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -0.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 23.5%. PEG of 1.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : BGM
The strongest argument for BGM centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 69.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : BGM
The primary concerns for BGM are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a mature stock while BGM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BGM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
BGM is growing revenue faster at 69.8% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (60/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins. 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.
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.
Qilian International Holding Group Limited
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
Qilian International Holding Group Limited manufactures and distributes active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), traditional Chinese medicine derivatives (TCMD), and other by-products in China. The company is headquartered in Jiuquan, the People's Republic of China.
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