Addus HomeCare Corporation (ADUS)vsMerck & Company Inc (MRK)
ADUS
Addus HomeCare Corporation
$96.89
-0.07%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.81B
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$109.18
+2.74%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $274.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 4470% more annual revenue ($65.01B vs $1.42B). MRK leads profitability with a 28.1% profit margin vs 6.7%. ADUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. ADUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
ADUS
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
MRK
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.9%
Fair Value
$152.11
Current Price
$96.89
$55.22 discount
Margin of Safety
-13.2%
Fair Value
$96.48
Current Price
$109.18
$12.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 52.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.6% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.8%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 19.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADUS
The strongest argument for ADUS centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 25.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.1% and operating margin at 32.8%.
Bear Case : ADUS
The primary concerns for ADUS are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADUS profiles as a growth stock while MRK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ADUS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
ADUS is growing revenue faster at 25.6% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADUS scores higher overall (70/100 vs 59/100) and 25.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Merck & Company Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Merck & Co. is an American multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey. It is named after the Merck family, which set up Merck Group in Germany in 1668.
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