AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsPrecision BioSciences Inc (DTIL)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$156.45
-0.50%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $243.86B
DTIL
Precision BioSciences Inc
$7.43
+1.78%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $204.80M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 136048% more annual revenue ($61.37B vs $45.07M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs -96.7%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
AZN
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
DTIL
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+20.4%
Fair Value
$196.68
Current Price
$156.45
$40.23 discount
Margin of Safety
+69.8%
Fair Value
$13.49
Current Price
$7.43
$6.06 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
Revenue surging 37272.0% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
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 -58.5% — 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 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DTIL
The strongest argument for DTIL centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 37272.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : DTIL
The primary concerns for DTIL are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a mature stock while DTIL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DTIL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
DTIL is growing revenue faster at 37272.0% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (65/100 vs 33/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins. DTIL offers better value entry with a 69.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Precision BioSciences Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Precision BioSciences, Inc., a genome editing company, develops therapeutic products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina.
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