Elevance Health Inc (ELV)vsMolina Healthcare Inc (MOH)
ELV
Elevance Health Inc
$371.90
-0.76%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $80.93B
MOH
Molina Healthcare Inc
$192.16
-1.72%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Elevance Health Inc generates 365% more annual revenue ($200.42B vs $43.10B). ELV leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs 0.4%. ELV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. ELV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ELV
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
MOH
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+63.5%
Fair Value
$1011.48
Current Price
$371.90
$639.58 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MOH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.1B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.6% revenue growth
2.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 16.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 4.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELV
The strongest argument for ELV centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MOH
The strongest argument for MOH centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : ELV
The primary concerns for ELV are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MOH
The primary concerns for MOH are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 51.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
ELV is growing revenue faster at 2.6% — sustainability is the question.
ELV generates stronger free cash flow (4.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HEALTHCARE PLANS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ELV scores higher overall (56/100 vs 44/100). Both earn "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.
Elevance Health Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Elevance Health Inc. is a health benefits company. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Molina Healthcare Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Molina Healthcare, Inc. provides managed care services to low-income individuals and families under the Medicaid and Medicare programs and through the state insurance marketplaces. The company is headquartered in Long Beach, California.
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