AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsQT Imaging Holdings, Inc. Common Stock (QTI)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$187.37
+1.17%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $287.11B
QTI
QT Imaging Holdings, Inc. Common Stock
$6.58
+0.38%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $78.52M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 310278% more annual revenue ($58.74B vs $18.93M). AZN leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs -111.4%. AZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AZN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
QTI
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
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
+18.8%
Fair Value
$6.74
Current Price
$6.58
$0.17 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
Revenue surging 877.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.1% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 12.2x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -178.6% — below average capital efficiency
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 : QTI
The strongest argument for QTI centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 877.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : QTI
The primary concerns for QTI are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a value stock while QTI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AZN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.28 — expect wider price swings.
QTI is growing revenue faster at 877.0% — 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 23/100), backed by strong 17.4% margins. QTI offers better value entry with a 18.8% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
QT Imaging Holdings, Inc. Common Stock
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
QT Imaging Holdings, Inc. engages in the manufacturing, research, and development of automated breast imaging system for producing high-resolution transmission ultrasound images. The company is headquartered in Novato, California.
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