Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)vsLENSAR Inc (LNSR)
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$266.38
+0.30%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $640.02B
LNSR
LENSAR Inc
$7.60
-5.59%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $101.36M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 162400% more annual revenue ($97.93B vs $60.26M). LNSR leads profitability with a 57.6% profit margin vs 21.5%. JNJ trades at a lower P/E of 30.9x. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
JNJ
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LNSR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-88.9%
Fair Value
$140.57
Current Price
$266.38
$125.81 premium
Margin of Safety
-84.5%
Fair Value
$6.73
Current Price
$7.60
$0.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.2%
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 58 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
18.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.9%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JNJ
The strongest argument for JNJ centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.5% and operating margin at 29.2%.
Bull Case : LNSR
The strongest argument for LNSR centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 57.6% and operating margin at 12.9%. Revenue growth of 18.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LNSR
The primary concerns for LNSR are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 43.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JNJ profiles as a mature stock while LNSR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LNSR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
LNSR is growing revenue faster at 18.4% — sustainability is the question.
JNJ generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JNJ scores higher overall (59/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 21.5% 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.
Johnson & Johnson
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.
Visit Website →LENSAR Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
LENSAR, Inc., a commercial stage medical device company, is focused on designing, developing and marketing an advanced femtosecond laser system for the treatment of cataracts and the management of pre-existing or surgically induced corneal astigmatism. The company is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
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