Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc (AVAH)vsFresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)
AVAH
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc
$8.48
+0.75%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.84B
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$23.24
+0.46%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation generates 668% more annual revenue ($19.36B vs $2.52B). AVAH leads profitability with a 10.4% profit margin vs 4.9%. AVAH trades at a lower P/E of 7.0x. AVAH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
AVAH
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
FMS
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-84.3%
Fair Value
$4.33
Current Price
$8.48
$4.15 premium
Margin of Safety
+68.9%
Fair Value
$77.34
Current Price
$23.24
$54.10 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Earnings expanding 612.0% YoY
15.9% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : AVAH
The strongest argument for AVAH centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FMS
The strongest argument for FMS centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.84 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVAH
The primary concerns for AVAH are Market Cap, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 6.26 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
AVAH profiles as a growth stock while FMS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AVAH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.93 — expect wider price swings.
AVAH is growing revenue faster at 15.9% — sustainability is the question.
FMS generates stronger free cash flow (37M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AVAH scores higher overall (62/100 vs 50/100) and 15.9% revenue growth. FMS offers better value entry with a 68.9% 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.
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc., a diversified home care platform company, offers private duty nursing (PDN) services, adult home health and palliative care, pediatric home therapy, and enteral nutrition services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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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