Merck & Company Inc (MRK)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$111.38
-0.82%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $277.36B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$138.85
+5.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $59.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 2741% more annual revenue ($65.77B vs $2.31B). WPM leads profitability with a 63.6% profit margin vs 13.6%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
MRK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
WPM
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.8%
Fair Value
$97.84
Current Price
$111.38
$13.54 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WPM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.2%
Revenue surging 127.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 533.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.6% and operating margin at 75.2%. Revenue growth of 127.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MRK profiles as a value stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 127.2% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (76/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 63.6% margins and 127.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Merck & Company Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Merck & Co. is an American multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey. It is named after the Merck family, which set up Merck Group in Germany in 1668.
Visit Website →Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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