AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsZimmer Biomet Holdings Inc (ZBH)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$160.17
+0.33%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $252.33B
ZBH
Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc
$93.49
+1.14%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 621% more annual revenue ($61.37B vs $8.51B). AZN leads profitability with a 17.0% profit margin vs 9.5%. ZBH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. ZBH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AZN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
ZBH
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
+21.5%
Fair Value
$121.85
Current Price
$93.49
$28.36 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 33.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.8% revenue growth
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
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 : ZBH
The strongest argument for ZBH centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.62 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : ZBH
The primary concerns for ZBH are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZN profiles as a mature stock while ZBH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ZBH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.47 — 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
ZBH scores higher overall (67/100 vs 60/100). AZN offers better value entry with a 18.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Zimmer Biomet is a publicly traded medical device company. The company is headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, where it is part of the medical devices business cluster.
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