Inogen Inc (INGN)vsJohnson & Johnson (JNJ)
INGN
Inogen Inc
$7.11
+1.57%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $197.44M
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$229.85
+1.10%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $547.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 27537% more annual revenue ($96.36B vs $348.67M). JNJ leads profitability with a 21.8% profit margin vs -6.5%. JNJ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.96. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
INGN
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
JNJ
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for INGN.
Margin of Safety
-43.5%
Fair Value
$160.13
Current Price
$229.85
$69.72 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 87.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.4%
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.4% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 52.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INGN
The strongest argument for INGN centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : JNJ
The strongest argument for JNJ centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.8% and operating margin at 27.4%.
Bear Case : INGN
The primary concerns for INGN are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INGN profiles as a turnaround stock while JNJ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
INGN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.71 — expect wider price swings.
JNJ is growing revenue faster at 9.9% — sustainability is the question.
JNJ generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JNJ scores higher overall (59/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 21.8% margins. Both earn "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.
Inogen Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Inogen, Inc., a medical technology company, develops, manufactures, and markets portable oxygen concentrators for patients, physicians and other physicians, and third-party payers in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Goleta, California.
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HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is an American multinational corporation founded in 1886 that develops medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods. Its common stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the company is ranked No. 36 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue. Johnson & Johnson is one of the world's most valuable companies, and is one of only two U.S.-based companies that has a prime credit rating of AAA, higher than that of the United States government.
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