Brookdale Senior Living Inc (BKD)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
BKD
Brookdale Senior Living Inc
$13.82
-0.93%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $3.32B
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$200.04
+0.21%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tenet Healthcare Corporation generates 598% more annual revenue ($21.31B vs $3.05B). THC leads profitability with a 6.6% profit margin vs -8.6%. BKD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.28. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
BKD
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
THC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BKD.
Margin of Safety
+68.8%
Fair Value
$724.93
Current Price
$200.04
$524.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 27.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Operating margin of 3.8%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -308.2% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKD
The strongest argument for BKD centers on PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BKD
The primary concerns for BKD are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKD profiles as a turnaround stock while THC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
THC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
THC is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
THC generates stronger free cash flow (367M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 38/100). 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.
Brookdale Senior Living Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. owns and operates senior communities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee.
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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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