Nexgel Inc (NXGL)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
NXGL
Nexgel Inc
$0.68
-4.87%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $15.55M
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$247.02
+0.71%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc generates 26249% more annual revenue ($3.07B vs $11.67M). WST leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs -24.7%. WST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
NXGL
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
WST
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NXGL.
Margin of Safety
-256.8%
Fair Value
$68.99
Current Price
$247.02
$178.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -52.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.2%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NXGL
The strongest argument for NXGL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bear Case : NXGL
The primary concerns for NXGL are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NXGL profiles as a turnaround stock while WST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
WST is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
WST generates stronger free cash flow (175M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WST scores higher overall (55/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins. 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.
Nexgel Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
NEXGEL, Inc. manufactures aqueous, electron beam crosslinked, high water content hydrogels and polymeric gels. The company is headquartered in Langhorne, Pennsylvania.
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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