DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc (DVA)vsLifestance Health Group Inc (LFST)
DVA
DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc
$181.55
+0.12%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $11.74B
LFST
Lifestance Health Group Inc
$12.97
-0.23%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $4.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc generates 784% more annual revenue ($14.01B vs $1.58B). DVA leads profitability with a 6.0% profit margin vs 3.2%. DVA trades at a lower P/E of 15.6x. DVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
DVA
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
LFST
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.0%
Fair Value
$127.66
Current Price
$181.55
$53.89 premium
Margin of Safety
+36.0%
Fair Value
$10.83
Current Price
$12.97
$2.14 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 81 in profit
Earnings expanding 55.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 1927.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 26.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
6.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.2% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DVA
The strongest argument for DVA centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LFST
The strongest argument for LFST centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DVA
The primary concerns for DVA are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : LFST
The primary concerns for LFST are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 97.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DVA profiles as a value stock while LFST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LFST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
LFST is growing revenue faster at 26.1% — sustainability is the question.
DVA generates stronger free cash flow (320M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DVA scores higher overall (70/100 vs 48/100). LFST offers better value entry with a 36.0% 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.
DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
DaVita Inc. provides kidney dialysis services through a network of outpatient dialysis centers in the United States.
Lifestance Health Group Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
LifeStance Health Group, Inc., provides outpatient mental health services to children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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