AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsFresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$187.37
+1.17%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $287.11B
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$22.16
-1.55%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 199% more annual revenue ($58.74B vs $19.63B). AZN leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs 5.0%. FMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
FMS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.1%
Fair Value
$214.51
Current Price
$187.37
$27.14 discount
Margin of Safety
+76.4%
Fair Value
$101.76
Current Price
$22.16
$79.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 53.9% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 420.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.1% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 0.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bull Case : FMS
The strongest argument for FMS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : FMS
The primary concerns for FMS are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 5.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
AZN is growing revenue faster at 4.1% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 17.4% margins. FMS offers better value entry with a 76.4% 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.
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA provides dialysis care and related dialysis care services in Germany, North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Bad Homburg, Germany.
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