AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsPureTech Health PLC (PRTC)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$187.37
+1.17%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $287.11B
PRTC
PureTech Health PLC
$17.40
-4.08%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $441.56M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 918989% more annual revenue ($58.74B vs $6.39M). PRTC leads profitability with a 793.0% profit margin vs 17.4%. PRTC trades at a lower P/E of 10.7x. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
PRTC
Buy51
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PRTC.
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
Keeps 793 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 543.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 61.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.1% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of -2590.0%
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 : PRTC
The strongest argument for PRTC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 793.0% and operating margin at -2590.0%. Revenue growth of 543.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : PRTC
The primary concerns for PRTC are Market Cap, Free Cash Flow, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a value stock while PRTC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PRTC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
PRTC is growing revenue faster at 543.0% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 17.4% margins. 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.
PureTech Health PLC
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
PureTech Health plc, a clinical-stage biotherapeutics company, discovers, develops and markets drugs for inflammatory, fibrotic and immune, intractable, lymphatic and gastrointestinal, neurological and neuropsychological cancers and other diseases in the United States. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
Compare with Other DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?