Olink Holding AB ADR (OLK)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
OLK
Olink Holding AB ADR
$26.08
0.00%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $3.24B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$302.32
+0.13%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $29.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waters Corporation generates 1752% more annual revenue ($3.17B vs $170.89M). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs -19.7%. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
OLK
Avoid19
out of 100
Grade: F
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OLK.
Margin of Safety
-349.9%
Fair Value
$73.17
Current Price
$302.32
$229.15 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
4.7% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OLK
OLK has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : OLK
The primary concerns for OLK are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OLK profiles as a turnaround stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
WAT generates stronger free cash flow (126M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 19/100), backed by strong 20.3% 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.
Olink Holding AB ADR
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Olink Holding AB (publ) provides various products and services for academic, government, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and other institutions focused on life science research. The company is headquartered in Uppsala, Sweden.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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