Addus HomeCare Corporation (ADUS)vsFresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)
ADUS
Addus HomeCare Corporation
$92.10
+2.68%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.83B
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$22.03
+0.46%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation generates 1236% more annual revenue ($19.36B vs $1.45B). ADUS leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs 4.9%. FMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. ADUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ADUS
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
FMS
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-7.7%
Fair Value
$104.58
Current Price
$92.10
$12.48 premium
Margin of Safety
+69.0%
Fair Value
$77.65
Current Price
$22.03
$55.62 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.9% margin — thin
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.1% — below average capital efficiency
4.9% margin — thin
Revenue declined 5.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADUS
The strongest argument for ADUS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FMS
The strongest argument for FMS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.79 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ADUS
The primary concerns for ADUS are Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : FMS
The primary concerns for FMS are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADUS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
ADUS is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
ADUS generates stronger free cash flow (51M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ADUS scores higher overall (60/100 vs 50/100). FMS offers better value entry with a 69.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Addus HomeCare Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Addus HomeCare Corporation, provides personal care services to the elderly, the chronically ill, the disabled, and people who are at risk of hospitalization or institutionalization in the United States. The company is headquartered in Frisco, Texas.
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA provides dialysis care and related dialysis care services in Germany, North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Bad Homburg, Germany.
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