The Cooper Companies, Inc (COO)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
COO
The Cooper Companies, Inc
$71.45
+1.36%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $13.75B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$247.02
+0.71%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Cooper Companies, Inc generates 35% more annual revenue ($4.15B vs $3.07B). WST leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 9.7%. COO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.83. COO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
COO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
WST
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+11.7%
Fair Value
$94.07
Current Price
$71.45
$22.62 discount
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Earnings expanding 26.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COO
The strongest argument for COO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS 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 : COO
The primary concerns for COO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COO 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.
WST generates stronger free cash flow (175M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
COO scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100). 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.
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 →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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