British American Tobacco p.l.c. (BTI)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
BTI
British American Tobacco p.l.c.
$57.76
-0.28%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $125.28B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$247.02
+0.71%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
British American Tobacco p.l.c. generates 733% more annual revenue ($25.61B vs $3.07B). BTI leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs 16.1%. BTI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.41. BTI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BTI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
WST
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.2%
Fair Value
$43.34
Current Price
$57.76
$14.42 premium
Margin of Safety
-256.8%
Fair Value
$68.99
Current Price
$247.02
$178.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
0.1% revenue growth
1.6% earnings growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BTI
The strongest argument for BTI centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 34.6%. PEG of 0.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bear Case : BTI
The primary concerns for BTI are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BTI profiles as a value stock while WST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
WST is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
BTI generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BTI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 30.3% 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.
British American Tobacco p.l.c.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
British American Tobacco plc offers tobacco and nicotine products to consumers around the world. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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