BioNTech SE (BNTX)vsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ)
BNTX
BioNTech SE
$87.99
+1.07%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $22.13B
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$275.19
+1.53%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $615.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 3648% more annual revenue ($99.33B vs $2.65B). JNJ leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs -63.6%. BNTX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.05. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
BNTX
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
JNJ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+20.7%
Fair Value
$137.95
Current Price
$87.99
$49.96 discount
Margin of Safety
-83.0%
Fair Value
$144.12
Current Price
$275.19
$131.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 25.1%
Generating 6.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -9.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 59.5%
Earnings declined 43.2%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 96.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BNTX
The strongest argument for BNTX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JNJ
The strongest argument for JNJ centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 25.1%.
Bear Case : BNTX
The primary concerns for BNTX are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BNTX profiles as a turnaround stock while JNJ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BNTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
JNJ is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
JNJ generates stronger free cash flow (6.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JNJ scores higher overall (57/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 16.2% margins. BNTX offers better value entry with a 20.7% 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.
BioNTech SE
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
BioNTech SE, a biotechnology company, develops and markets immunotherapies for cancer and other infectious diseases. The company is headquartered in Mainz, Germany.
Johnson & Johnson
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is an American multinational corporation founded in 1886 that develops medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods. Its common stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the company is ranked No. 36 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue. Johnson & Johnson is one of the world's most valuable companies, and is one of only two U.S.-based companies that has a prime credit rating of AAA, higher than that of the United States government.
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