Liquidia Technologies Inc (LQDA)vsTeva Pharma Industries Ltd ADR (TEVA)
LQDA
Liquidia Technologies Inc
$90.22
+0.89%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $7.48B
TEVA
Teva Pharma Industries Ltd ADR
$35.36
+1.58%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $40.80B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teva Pharma Industries Ltd ADR generates 5911% more annual revenue ($17.32B vs $288.06M). LQDA leads profitability with a 7.7% profit margin vs 4.1%. TEVA trades at a lower P/E of 58.4x. LQDA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
LQDA
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TEVA
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 46.3%
Revenue surging 4159.0% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
7.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
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 : LQDA
The strongest argument for LQDA centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 4159.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TEVA
The strongest argument for TEVA centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LQDA
The primary concerns for LQDA are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 494.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.70 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TEVA
The primary concerns for TEVA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 58.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LQDA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TEVA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
LQDA is growing revenue faster at 4159.0% — sustainability is the question.
LQDA generates stronger free cash flow (50M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LQDA scores higher overall (54/100 vs 49/100) and 4159.0% revenue growth. 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.
Liquidia Technologies Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - SPECIALTY & GENERIC · USA
Liquidia Corporation, a biopharmaceutical company, develops, manufactures, and markets various products for the unmet needs of patients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina.
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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