Medtronic PLC (MDT)vsTandem Diabetes Care Inc (TNDM)
MDT
Medtronic PLC
$87.89
-0.25%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $112.84B
TNDM
Tandem Diabetes Care Inc
$24.26
-1.02%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Medtronic PLC generates 3397% more annual revenue ($35.48B vs $1.01B). MDT leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs -20.2%. MDT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
MDT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TNDM
Avoid27
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-260.2%
Fair Value
$24.34
Current Price
$87.89
$63.55 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TNDM.
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%
Trading at 10.7x book value
2.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MDT
The strongest argument for MDT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TNDM
TNDM has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : MDT
The primary concerns for MDT are EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TNDM
The primary concerns for TNDM are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 3.64 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MDT profiles as a value stock while TNDM is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TNDM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
MDT is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
MDT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MDT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 27/100). 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.
Tandem Diabetes Care Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc., a medical device company, designs, develops, and markets various products for people with insulin-dependent diabetes in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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