AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsCureVac NV (CVAC)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$160.17
+2.23%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $252.33B
CVAC
CureVac NV
$4.66
0.00%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 86647% more annual revenue ($61.37B vs $70.74M). CVAC leads profitability with a 182.1% profit margin vs 17.0%. CVAC trades at a lower P/E of 7.0x. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
AZN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
CVAC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+18.4%
Fair Value
$196.10
Current Price
$160.17
$35.93 discount
Margin of Safety
+62.5%
Fair Value
$12.42
Current Price
$4.66
$7.76 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 182 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 573.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Areas to Watch
2.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 89.0%
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 : CVAC
The strongest argument for CVAC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 182.1% and operating margin at 573.0%.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : CVAC
The primary concerns for CVAC are Market Cap, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a mature stock while CVAC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CVAC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.84 — expect wider price swings.
AZN is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — 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 56/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins. CVAC offers better value entry with a 62.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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.
CureVac NV
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
CureVac NV, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, is focused on developing various transformative drugs based on messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA). The company is headquartered in Tbingen, Germany.
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