American Shared Hospital Service (AMS)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
AMS
American Shared Hospital Service
$1.33
-3.62%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $9.08M
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$162.06
+0.43%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $15.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tenet Healthcare Corporation generates 73745% more annual revenue ($21.45B vs $29.05M). THC leads profitability with a 7.9% profit margin vs -5.3%. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
AMS
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
THC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.0%
Fair Value
$3.18
Current Price
$1.33
$1.85 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for THC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.9% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Earnings expanding 87.6% YoY
Generating 1.5B 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
2.8% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
7.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : AMS
The primary concerns for AMS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.74 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMS profiles as a growth stock while THC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
THC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
AMS is growing revenue faster at 15.9% — sustainability is the question.
THC generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 36/100). AMS offers better value entry with a 28.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Tenet Healthcare Corporation is a diversified health services company. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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