Based on key financial metrics such as the price-to-sales ratio, shareholder yield and the price-earnings ratio, the following 7 stocks made the list for top value stocks in the Pharmaceuticals industry. Those looking for value stocks to add to their portfolio may want to use this list as a starting point for further investment research.

Why Focus on Undervalued Pharmaceuticals Stocks?

Value investors seek to buy stocks at a discount to their intrinsic value. Long-term returns show that such strategies are advantageous. Value stocks, as a group, tend to outperform growth stocks over extended periods of time. Typically, value investors perform financial analysis of numerous metrics, don’t follow the herd and are long-term investors.

AAII’s A+ Investor Value Grade is derived from a stock’s Value Score. The Value Score is the percentile rank of the average of the percentile ranks of the price-to-sales ratio, price-earnings ratio, enterprise-value-to-EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio, shareholder yield, price-to-book-value ratio and price-to-free-cash-flow ratio. The score is variable, meaning it can consider all six ratios or, should any of the six ratios not be valid, the remaining ratios that are valid. To be assigned a Value Score, stocks must have a valid (non-null) ratio and corresponding ranking for at least two of the six valuation ratios.

What Goes Into AAII’s Value Grade?

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AAII’s proprietary stock grades come with A+ Investor. These offer intuitive A–F grades for more than just value. It is possible for a stock to appear cheap based on one valuation metric but appear expensive on another. It is also possible for one valuation ratio to be associated with outperforming stocks during certain periods of time but not others. Some stocks may even have null values for certain metrics like the price-earnings ratio or the price-to-book ratio but not others. An example of this would be a company with losses instead of profits or a negative book value because of heavy borrowing. Negative earnings or book value result in non-meaningful ratios that are left blank or null.

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7 Undervalued Pharmaceuticals Stocks

Of course, there are countless value stocks that are worth mentioning, but this is a concise list of the top 7 undervalued stocks in the Pharmaceuticals industry for Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Let’s take a closer look at their individual scores to see how they measure up against each other and the Pharmaceuticals industry median.

The Value Grade is assigned based on how each stock’s composite valuation compares to all other stocks.

The process for assigning grades starts with each variable for a given stock. The percentile rankings for all valid ratios that a stock has are calculated. So, for instance, a stock could have a price-to-book ranking in the 43rd percentile, a price-earnings ranking in the 67th percentile, a price-to-sales ranking in the 23rd percentile, etc. Then, those rankings are averaged for each stock. (A minimum of two valid variables are required, though all six will be used if available.)

Once the average of the individual variables is calculated, that average is ranked against all stocks. Put another way, each stock’s composite valuation is compared to all other stocks. These ranks are then sorted into quintiles from the cheapest 20% (a grade of A) to the most expensive 20% (a grade of F).

As always, we recommend that you conduct proper due diligence and research before investing in any security. We also suggest that investors utilize numerous grades, not just value, when it comes to deciding whether a company is a good fit for their allocation needs.

Bausch Health Companies Inc’s Value Grade

Value Grade:

Bausch Health Companies Inc. is a global diversified pharmaceutical company. The Company develops, manufactures, and markets a range of products primarily in gastroenterology (GI), hepatology, neurology, dermatology, eye health, and others, through Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Its Salix segment consists of sales in the United States of GI products. Its International segment consists of sales, with the exception of sales of Bausch + Lomb products and Solta Medical aesthetic medical devices, outside the United States and Puerto Rico of branded pharmaceutical products, branded generic pharmaceutical products and other products. Its Solta Medical segment consists of global sales of Solta Medical aesthetic medical devices. Its Diversified segment consists of sales in the United States of pharmaceutical products in the areas of neurology and certain other therapeutic classes. Its Bausch + Lomb segment consists of global sales of Bausch + Lomb Vision Care, surgical and pharmaceutical products.

Stocks with a Value Score from 81 to 100 are considered deep value, those with a score between 61 and 80 are value and so on.

Bausch Health Companies Inc has a Value Score of 86, which is considered to be undervalued.

When you look at Bausch Health Companies Inc’s price-to-sales ratio at 0.26 compared to the industry median at 2.47, this company has a lower price relative to revenue compared to its peers. This could make Bausch Health Companies Inc’s stock more attractive for value investors.

Now, let’s assess Bausch Health Companies Inc’s EV/EBITDA ratio, also known as enterprise multiple. At 8.9, when compared to the industry median of 11.4, the company may be considered undervalued in relation to its peers. Value investors could use the enterprise multiple to identify stocks that are considered overvalued or undervalued relative to their industry.

Shareholder yield is the sum of a stock’s dividend yield (paid over previous 12 months minus special dividends) and the percentage of net share buybacks over the previous 12 months. Bausch Health Companies Inc’s shareholder yield is higher than its industry median ratio of (3.51%). Value investors may look for an attractive shareholder yield because it can be a powerful tool for identifying if the company has a good management team.

Lastly, let’s take a look at Bausch Health Companies Inc’s price-to-free-cash-flow ratio (P/FCF), which can indicate a company’s market value relative to its operating cash flow. Bausch Health Companies Inc’s price-to-free-cash-flow ratio is lower than its industry median ratio of 21.70. This could make Bausch Health Companies Inc more attractive because the lower P/FCF ratio indicates that Bausch Health Companies Inc is undervalued. The P/FCF ratio metric can also be viewed over a long-term time frame to see if the company's cash flow to share price value is generally improving or worsening.

Cronos Group Inc’s Value Grade

Value Grade:

Cronos Group Inc. is a Canada-based global cannabinoid company engaged in building intellectual property by advancing cannabis research, technology and product development. The Company’s segments include United States and Rest of World. The United States operating segment consists of the manufacture and distribution of hemp-derived CBD infused products. The Rest of World operating segment is involved in the cultivation, manufacture, and marketing of cannabis and cannabis-derived products for the medical and adult-use markets. The Company’s international brand portfolio includes Spinach, PEACE NATURALS, and Lord Jones. The Lord Jones are hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) brand. Its Lord Jones Hash Fusions is a line-up of premium ice water hash infused pre-rolls. Its PEACE NATURALS offers Peppermint CBD, a blend of CBD extract, quality medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) oil, and a hint of natural peppermint flavor.

Stocks with a Value Score from 81 to 100 are considered deep value, those with a score between 61 and 80 are value and so on.

Cronos Group Inc has a Value Score of 67, which is considered to be undervalued.

Cronos Group Inc’s price-to-book ratio is higher than its peers. This could make Cronos Group Inc less attractive for value investors when compared to the industry median at 2.48.

You can read more about Cronos Group Inc’s key financial metrics like shareholder yield, price-to-free-cash-flow and EV/EBITDA ratio, or learn more about its Momentum and Growth Grades, by subscribing to A+ Investor.

Hoth Therapeutics Inc’s Value Grade

Value Grade:

Hoth Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company. The Company is focused on developing a topical formulation for treating side effects from drugs used for the treatment of cancer (HT-001); a treatment for mast-cell derived cancers and anaphylaxis (HT-KIT); a treatment for traumatic brain injury and ischemic stroke (HT-TBI) and a treatment and/or prevention for Alzheimer’s or other neuroinflammatory diseases (HT-ALZ). It also has assets being developed for atopic dermatitis (also known as eczema) (BioLexa); a treatment for asthma and allergies using inhalational administration (HT-004), and a treatment for acne as well as inflammatory bowel diseases (HT-003). Its development products include HT-001, HT-KIT, HT-ALZ, and HT-TBI. Its BioLexa Platform is a proprietary, patented, drug compound platform for the treatment of eczema. The Company also has interests in certain other assets being developed by third parties including a treatment for patients with lupus.

Stocks with a Value Score from 81 to 100 are considered deep value, those with a score between 61 and 80 are value and so on.

Hoth Therapeutics Inc has a Value Score of 73, which is considered to be undervalued.

Hoth Therapeutics Inc’s price-to-book ratio is higher than its peers. This could make Hoth Therapeutics Inc less attractive for value investors when compared to the industry median at 2.48.

You can read more about Hoth Therapeutics Inc’s key financial metrics like shareholder yield, price-to-free-cash-flow and EV/EBITDA ratio, or learn more about its Momentum and Growth Grades, by subscribing to A+ Investor.

Perrigo Company PLC’s Value Grade

Value Grade:

Perrigo Company plc is an Ireland-based provider of over the counter (OTC) health and wellness solutions that are designed to enhance individual well-being. The Company's segments include Consumer Self-Care Americas (CSCA) and Consumer Self-Care International (CSCI). The CSCA segment comprises its consumer self-care business (OTC, infant formula, and oral care categories, and contract manufacturing) in the United States and Canada, including the HRA Pharma self-care business (Women's Health and Skin-Care categories) in the United States and Canada. The CSCI segment comprises its consumer self-care business in Europe and Australia, which are primarily branded, its store brand business in the United Kingdom and parts of Europe and Asia and includes the HRA Pharma self-care business (Women's Health, Skin-Care and Rare-Disease categories) in Europe. Its product categories include Upper Respiratory, Pain and Sleep-Aids, Skincare and Personal Hygiene, Digestive Health, Nutrition and others.

Stocks with a Value Score from 81 to 100 are considered deep value, those with a score between 61 and 80 are value and so on.

Perrigo Company PLC has a Value Score of 63, which is considered to be undervalued.

Perrigo Company PLC’s price-to-book ratio is higher than its peers. This could make Perrigo Company PLC less attractive for value investors when compared to the industry median at 2.48.

You can read more about Perrigo Company PLC’s key financial metrics like shareholder yield, price-to-free-cash-flow and EV/EBITDA ratio, or learn more about its Momentum and Growth Grades, by subscribing to A+ Investor.

Sonoma Pharmaceuticals Inc’s Value Grade

Value Grade:

Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is engaged in developing and producing stabilized hypochlorous acid (HOCl), products for a range of applications, including wound care, animal health care, eye care, oral care and dermatological conditions. The Company's product offerings include Regenacyn Advanced Scar Gel, Regenacyn Plus Scar Gel, Rejuvacyn Advanced Skin Repair Cooling Mist, Pediacyn Skin Care, Microcyn, Ocucyn Eyelid and Eyelash Cleanser, Microdacyn60 Oral Care, Podiacyn Advanced Everyday Foot Care, and MicrocynAH. Regenacyn Advanced Scar Gel helps to improve the overall appearance of scars while reducing pain, itch, redness, and inflammation. Regenacyn Plus is a prescription-strength scar gel which is available as an office dispense product through dermatology practices and medical spas. Pediacyn is a pediatric dermatology and wound care product for over-the-counter use. MicrocynAH is a HOCl-based topical product that cleans, debrides and treats a range of animal wounds and infections.

Stocks with a Value Score from 81 to 100 are considered deep value, those with a score between 61 and 80 are value and so on.

Sonoma Pharmaceuticals Inc has a Value Score of 71, which is considered to be undervalued.

You can read more about Sonoma Pharmaceuticals Inc’s key financial metrics like shareholder yield, price-to-free-cash-flow and EV/EBITDA ratio, or learn more about its Momentum and Growth Grades, by subscribing to A+ Investor.

Universe Pharmaceuticals Inc’s Value Grade

Value Grade:

Universe Pharmaceuticals Inc is a China-based holding company mainly engaged in the manufacturing, marketing, sales and distribution of traditional Chinese medicine derivatives (TCMD) products targeting the elderly. Through its subsidiary, the Company sells TCMD products, biomedical drugs, medical instruments, Traditional Chinese Medicine Pieces (TCMPs), and dietary supplements manufactured by third-party pharmaceutical companies. Its TCMD products fall into two categories: chronic condition treatments as well as cold and flu medications, including Guben Yanling Pill, Shenrong Weisheng Pill, Fengshitong Medicinal Liquor, Isatis Root Granule and Qiangli Pipa Syrup. Its major customers are pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, clinics and drugstore chains. The Company mainly conducts its businesses within the Chinese market.

Stocks with a Value Score from 81 to 100 are considered deep value, those with a score between 61 and 80 are value and so on.

Universe Pharmaceuticals Inc has a Value Score of 85, which is considered to be undervalued.

Universe Pharmaceuticals Inc’s price-to-book ratio is higher than its peers. This could make Universe Pharmaceuticals Inc less attractive for value investors when compared to the industry median at 2.48.

You can read more about Universe Pharmaceuticals Inc’s key financial metrics like shareholder yield, price-to-free-cash-flow and EV/EBITDA ratio, or learn more about its Momentum and Growth Grades, by subscribing to A+ Investor.

Viatris Inc’s Value Grade

Value Grade:

Viatris Inc. is a global healthcare company. The Company's segments include Developed Markets, Greater China, JANZ, and Emerging Markets. The Developed Markets segment comprises its operations primarily in North America and Europe. The Greater China segment includes its operations in China, Taiwan and Hong Kong. The JANZ segment reflects its operations in Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. The Emerging Markets segment encompasses its presence in more than 125 countries with developing markets and emerging economies, including in Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, as well as the Company’s ARV franchise. The Company’s portfolio comprises approved molecules across a range of key therapeutic areas, including globally recognized iconic and key brands and generics, including complex products. The Company operates approximately 30 manufacturing sites worldwide that produce oral solid doses, injectables and complex dosage forms.

Stocks with a Value Score from 81 to 100 are considered deep value, those with a score between 61 and 80 are value and so on.

Viatris Inc has a Value Score of 93, which is considered to be undervalued.

Viatris Inc’s price-to-book ratio is higher than its peers. This could make Viatris Inc less attractive for value investors when compared to the industry median at 2.48.

You can read more about Viatris Inc’s key financial metrics like shareholder yield, price-to-free-cash-flow and EV/EBITDA ratio, or learn more about its Momentum and Growth Grades, by subscribing to A+ Investor.

Other Pharmaceuticals Stock Grades

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Choosing Which of the 7 Best Pharmaceuticals Stocks Is Right for You

Choosing which value stocks to invest in will ultimately depend on your individual goals and allocation; however, comparing similar value stocks in the same industry can help you analyze which might be better investments for you in the long run. So, let’s take a look at the Value Grade for all of our stocks.

• Bausch Health Companies Inc stock has a Value Grade of A.
• Cronos Group Inc stock has a Value Grade of B.
• Hoth Therapeutics Inc stock has a Value Grade of B.
• Perrigo Company PLC stock has a Value Grade of B.
• Sonoma Pharmaceuticals Inc stock has a Value Grade of B.
• Universe Pharmaceuticals Inc stock has a Value Grade of A.
• Viatris Inc stock has a Value Grade of A.

Now that you have a bit more background about each of the 7 undervalued stocks in the Pharmaceuticals industry as well as their overall grades, it’s time for you to conduct additional research to see if these could fit your portfolio needs based on your goals and risk tolerance. AAII can help you figure out both and identify which investments align with what works best for you.

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Additional Resources About Pharmaceuticals Stocks

Want to learn more about Pharmaceuticals stocks to see if they could be the right investment for you? Check out some additional resources and articles to help you on your financial journey.

• 7 Undervalued Pharmaceuticals Stocks for Tuesday, June 18
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• Why Ocular Therapeutix Inc’s (OCUL) Stock Is Down 4.35%
• Why Tarsus Pharmaceuticals Inc’s (TARS) Stock Is Down 6.91%

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