Encompass Health Corp (EHC)vsServiceNow Inc (NOW)
EHC
Encompass Health Corp
$106.10
-0.98%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.63B
NOW
ServiceNow Inc
$91.18
-2.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $96.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ServiceNow Inc generates 130% more annual revenue ($13.96B vs $6.07B). NOW leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 10.0%. EHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.41. EHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
EHC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
NOW
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.9%
Fair Value
$150.95
Current Price
$106.10
$44.85 discount
Margin of Safety
+85.2%
Fair Value
$630.85
Current Price
$91.18
$539.67 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Earnings expanding 30.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 22.1% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Trading at 8.0x book value
2.3% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EHC
The strongest argument for EHC centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NOW
The strongest argument for NOW centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EHC
No major red flags identified for EHC, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : NOW
The primary concerns for NOW are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 55.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EHC profiles as a value stock while NOW is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
NOW is growing revenue faster at 22.1% — sustainability is the question.
NOW generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EHC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 59/100). NOW offers better value entry with a 85.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Encompass Health Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Encompass Health Corporation offers in-home and post-acute health care services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.
ServiceNow Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
ServiceNow is an American software company based in Santa Clara, California that develops a cloud computing platform to help companies manage digital workflows for enterprise operations.
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