Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc (REGN)vsExicure Inc (XCUR)
REGN
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc
$749.47
+1.05%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $78.41B
XCUR
Exicure Inc
$4.61
+3.13%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $28.49M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
REGN leads profitability with a 31.4% profit margin vs 0.0%. REGN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
REGN
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
XCUR
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-165.8%
Fair Value
$281.93
Current Price
$749.47
$467.54 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for XCUR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 2.6%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : REGN
The strongest argument for REGN centers on Profit Margin, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.4% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bull Case : XCUR
XCUR has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : REGN
The primary concerns for REGN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : XCUR
The primary concerns for XCUR are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
XCUR carries more volatility with a beta of 4.19 — expect wider price swings.
XCUR is growing revenue faster at 9.3% — sustainability is the question.
REGN generates stronger free cash flow (922M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BIOTECHNOLOGY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
REGN scores higher overall (58/100 vs 26/100), backed by strong 31.4% 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.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an American biotechnology company headquartered in Westchester County, New York. Originally focused on neurotrophic factors and their regenerative capabilities, giving rise to its name, the company then branched out into the study of both cytokine and tyrosine kinase receptors.
Exicure Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Exicure, Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company, develops therapies for neurology, immuno-oncology, inflammatory diseases, and genetic disorders based on its proprietary spherical nucleic acid (SNA) technology. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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