Medtronic PLC (MDT)vsPacific Biosciences of California (PACB)
MDT
Medtronic PLC
$86.58
+1.51%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $110.62B
PACB
Pacific Biosciences of California
$1.39
0.00%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $419.78M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Medtronic PLC generates 22077% more annual revenue ($35.48B vs $160.00M). MDT leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. MDT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
MDT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PACB
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-255.7%
Fair Value
$24.34
Current Price
$86.58
$62.24 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PACB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 11.8%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Trading at 69.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MDT
The strongest argument for MDT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : PACB
Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MDT
The primary concerns for MDT are EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PACB
The primary concerns for PACB are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PACB carries more volatility with a beta of 2.30 — expect wider price swings.
PACB is growing revenue faster at 13.8% — sustainability is the question.
MDT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL DEVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MDT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 30/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Medtronic PLC
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Medtronic plc is an American-Irish registered medical device company that primarily operates in the United States. Medtronic has an operational and executive headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota in the US.
Pacific Biosciences of California
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Pacific Biosciences of California, Inc. designs, develops and manufactures sequencing systems to solve genetically complex problems. The company is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.
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