HUTCHMED DRC (HCM)vsEli Lilly and Company (LLY)
HCM
HUTCHMED DRC
$13.36
-1.69%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $2.30B
LLY
Eli Lilly and Company
$934.60
+9.80%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $760.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eli Lilly and Company generates 11783% more annual revenue ($65.18B vs $548.51M). HCM leads profitability with a 83.3% profit margin vs 31.7%. HCM trades at a lower P/E of 5.0x. LLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
HCM
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
LLY
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.3%
Fair Value
$31.70
Current Price
$13.36
$18.34 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LLY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Keeps 83 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 101 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.9%
Revenue surging 42.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 51.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 16.5%
Earnings declined 98.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 31.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HCM
The strongest argument for HCM centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 83.3% and operating margin at -13.2%.
Bull Case : LLY
The strongest argument for LLY centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 44.9%. Revenue growth of 42.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HCM
The primary concerns for HCM are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LLY
The primary concerns for LLY are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HCM profiles as a declining stock while LLY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LLY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
LLY is growing revenue faster at 42.6% — sustainability is the question.
LLY generates stronger free cash flow (678M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LLY scores higher overall (78/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins and 42.6% revenue growth. HCM offers better value entry with a 52.3% margin of safety. 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.
HUTCHMED DRC
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
HUTCHMED (China) Limited discovers, develops and markets targeted immunotherapies and therapies for cancer and immune diseases globally. The company is headquartered in Central, Hong Kong.
Visit Website →Eli Lilly and Company
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Eli Lilly and Company is an American pharmaceutical company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, with offices in 18 countries. Its products are sold in approximately 125 countries.
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