American Shared Hospital Service (AMS)vsMerck & Company Inc (MRK)
AMS
American Shared Hospital Service
$1.33
-3.62%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $9.08M
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$120.79
-1.42%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $285.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 226265% more annual revenue ($65.77B vs $29.05M). MRK leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs -5.3%. MRK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
AMS
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
MRK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.0%
Fair Value
$3.18
Current Price
$1.33
$1.85 discount
Margin of Safety
-49.3%
Fair Value
$80.88
Current Price
$120.79
$39.91 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.9% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 38.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.9% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMS
The strongest argument for AMS centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : AMS
The primary concerns for AMS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMS profiles as a growth stock while MRK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.32 — expect wider price swings.
AMS is growing revenue faster at 15.9% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MRK scores higher overall (50/100 vs 36/100). AMS offers better value entry with a 28.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
American Shared Hospital Service
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
American Shared Hospital Services rents radiosurgery and radiation therapy equipment to healthcare providers. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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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