Boston Scientific Corp (BSX)vsPayPal Holdings Inc (PYPL)
BSX
Boston Scientific Corp
$53.93
-4.67%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $84.08B
PYPL
PayPal Holdings Inc
$45.37
-1.84%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $40.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PayPal Holdings Inc generates 64% more annual revenue ($33.73B vs $20.61B). BSX leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 15.0%. BSX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.68. BSX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
BSX
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
PYPL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.6%
Fair Value
$46.16
Current Price
$53.93
$7.77 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PYPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 100.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Distress zone — elevated risk
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BSX
The strongest argument for BSX centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 20.6%. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PYPL
The strongest argument for PYPL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BSX
No major red flags identified for BSX, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : PYPL
The primary concerns for PYPL are Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BSX profiles as a mature stock while PYPL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PYPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
BSX is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — sustainability is the question.
PYPL generates stronger free cash flow (911M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BSX scores higher overall (71/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins and 11.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Boston Scientific Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Boston Scientific Corporation, doing business as Boston Scientific, is a manufacturer of medical devices used in interventional medical specialties, including interventional radiology, interventional cardiology, peripheral interventions, neuromodulation, neurovascular intervention, electrophysiology, cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, endoscopy, oncology, urology and gynecology.
PayPal Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
PayPal Holdings, Inc. is an American company operating an online payments system in the majority of countries that support online money transfers, and serves as an electronic alternative to traditional paper methods like checks and money orders. The company operates as a payment processor for online vendors, auction sites, and many other commercial users, for which it charges a fee.
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