Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)vsTeva Pharma Industries Ltd ADR (TEVA)
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$276.25
+1.43%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $657.68B
TEVA
Teva Pharma Industries Ltd ADR
$41.78
+1.99%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $46.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson & Johnson generates 474% more annual revenue ($99.33B vs $17.32B). JNJ leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs 4.1%. TEVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. JNJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
JNJ
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TEVA
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-89.3%
Fair Value
$144.28
Current Price
$276.25
$131.97 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TEVA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Generating 6.4B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.2x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 0.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JNJ
The strongest argument for JNJ centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 25.7%.
Bull Case : TEVA
The strongest argument for TEVA centers on EPS Growth. PEG of 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : JNJ
The primary concerns for JNJ are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TEVA
The primary concerns for TEVA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 66.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JNJ profiles as a mature stock while TEVA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
JNJ is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
JNJ generates stronger free cash flow (6.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JNJ scores higher overall (54/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 16.2% 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.
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 →Teva Pharma Industries Ltd ADR
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited, a pharmaceutical company, develops, manufactures, markets, and distributes generic drugs, specialty drugs, and biopharmaceuticals in North America, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Petach Tikva, Israel.
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