Grail [GRAL] vs Charles River [CRL] Detailed Stock Comparison
Grail
NASDAQ
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Charles River
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 19 vital metrics comparison: Grail wins in 5 metrics, Charles River wins in 12 metrics, with 0 ties. Charles River appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Grail | Charles River | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | -1.03 | 681.33 | Grail |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.02 | 2.60 | Grail |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 2.69 | 82.04 | Grail |
| PEG Ratio | 0.01 | -17.28 | Charles River |
| EV/EBITDA | -4.40 | 11.91 | Grail |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | -62.12% | -1.66% | Charles River |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | -368.15% | 16.67% | Charles River |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | N/A | 16.67% | N/A |
| Return on Equity | -17.68% | -1.81% | Charles River |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | -11.81% | 4.31% | Charles River |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-582.36M | $501.61M | Charles River |
| 1-Year Return | 402.99% | -7.03% | Grail |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 17.60 | 2.17 | Charles River |
| Enterprise Value | $1.79B | $11.38B | Charles River |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 13.35 | 2.83 | Charles River |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | -50.01% | 34.59% | Charles River |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $4 | $80 | Charles River |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $-11.71 | $-1.30 | Charles River |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | N/A | 1.50 | N/A |
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Grail vs Charles River Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grail | 1.26% | 31.45% | 102.16% | 40.28% | 163.42% | 265.74% |
| Charles River | 1.12% | 19.37% | 9.24% | 12.86% | 25.78% | -2.91% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grail | 402.99% | 348.29% | 348.29% | 348.29% | 348.29% | 348.29% |
| Charles River | -7.03% | -13.64% | -26.90% | 174.38% | 444.63% | 315.29% |
News Based Sentiment: Grail vs Charles River
Grail
News based Sentiment: POSITIVE
Despite a slight earnings miss, Grail experienced strong revenue growth, positive analyst upgrades, and increased institutional investment in October. The upcoming presentation of the PATHFINDER 2 study results represents a significant catalyst for the company's future, making this a noteworthy month for investors.
Charles River
News based Sentiment: POSITIVE
The month of October saw a continuation of positive momentum for Charles River Laboratories, driven by multiple analyst upgrades and increased price targets following a strong Q2 earnings report. While some insider selling and mixed institutional activity exist, the overall narrative is one of growing optimism and potential for further growth.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Grail vs Charles River
| Metric | GRAL | CRL |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $2.36B | $8.82B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Mid cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,216,193 | 1,082,057 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 879,364 | 919,842 |
| Last Close | $65.54 | $177.33 |
| 52 Week Range | $12.33 - $73.74 | $91.86 - $230.02 |
| % from 52W High | -11.11% | -22.91% |
| All-Time High | $73.74 (Oct 03, 2025) | $460.21 (Sep 20, 2021) |
| % from All-Time High | -11.12% | -61.47% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.11% | 0.01% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.11% | -0.44% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | -0.62% | -0.02% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | -3.68% | 0.17% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | -0.18% | -0.02% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 2.69 | 82.04 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $64.21 | $68.14 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $16.72 | $3.72 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $-370,048,000 | $787.45M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-142,499,120 | $706.38M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $0.00 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Grail vs Charles River
| Metric | GRAL | CRL |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | -1.03 | 681.33 |
| Forward P/E | -5.58 | 17.25 |
| PEG Ratio | 0.01 | -17.28 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 17.60 | 2.17 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.02 | 2.60 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $2.36B | $8.82B |
| Enterprise Value | $1.79B | $11.38B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 13.35 | 2.83 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | -4.40 | 11.91 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | N/A | 1.50 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $64.21 | $68.14 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Grail vs Charles River
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | GRAL | CRL |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $31.84M | $984.17M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $51.77M | $666.44M |
| Gross Profit | $-19.93M | $317.73M |
| Research & Development | $53.63M | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $-153.61M | $74.67M |
| EBITDA | $-114.33M | $184.23M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $-146.41M | $35.98M |
| Income Tax | $-40.20M | $10.10M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $-106.21M | $25.88M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | GRAL | CRL |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $133.90M | $229.36M |
| Total Current Assets | $727.66M | $1.51B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $74.98M | $1.05B |
| Long-Term Debt | $51.34M | $2.99B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $2.41B | $3.24B |
| Retained Earnings | $-9.91B | $1.84B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $126.94M | $402.91M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | GRAL | CRL |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $-88.63M | $130.09M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-62,000 | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $-95.07M | $112.37M |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | $-149.39M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-353.13M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | GRAL | CRL |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 4.47M | 2.56M |
| Short Ratio | 6.44 | 3.38 |
| Short % of Float | 0.14% | 0.06% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,216,193 | 1,082,057 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 879,364 | 919,842 |
| Shares Outstanding | 33.89M | 51.14M |
| Float Shares | 24.18M | 48.62M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.14% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.74% | 1.06% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Grail vs Charles River
| Metric | GRAL | CRL |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $0.00 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $0.00 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $0.00 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | N/A |