The Cooper Companies, Inc (COO)vsMerck & Company Inc (MRK)
COO
The Cooper Companies, Inc
$54.12
-2.12%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.29B
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$150.91
+0.94%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $355.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 1471% more annual revenue ($66.57B vs $4.24B). COO leads profitability with a 13.5% profit margin vs 4.8%. COO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.52. COO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
COO
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
MRK
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.4%
Fair Value
$209.49
Current Price
$54.12
$155.37 discount
Margin of Safety
-77.2%
Fair Value
$83.04
Current Price
$150.91
$67.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 357.1% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.6% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 8.9x book value
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COO
The strongest argument for COO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.52 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : COO
The primary concerns for COO are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 116.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
MRK is growing revenue faster at 5.1% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
COO scores higher overall (71/100 vs 36/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
The Cooper Companies, Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
The Cooper Companies, Inc., branded as CooperCompanies, is a global medical device company headquartered in San Ramon, California.
Visit Website →Merck & Company Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Merck & Co. is an American multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey. It is named after the Merck family, which set up Merck Group in Germany in 1668.
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