The Ensign Group Inc (ENSG)vsFresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)
ENSG
The Ensign Group Inc
$200.08
-1.19%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $11.63B
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$21.64
-2.13%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation generates 288% more annual revenue ($19.63B vs $5.06B). ENSG leads profitability with a 6.8% profit margin vs 5.0%. FMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. FMS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ENSG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
FMS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-0.1%
Fair Value
$211.64
Current Price
$200.08
$11.56 premium
Margin of Safety
+73.4%
Fair Value
$90.32
Current Price
$21.64
$68.68 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 20.2% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 420.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.8% margin — thin
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 30.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ENSG
The strongest argument for ENSG centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FMS
The strongest argument for FMS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ENSG
The primary concerns for ENSG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : FMS
The primary concerns for FMS are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 5.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ENSG profiles as a growth stock while FMS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FMS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
ENSG is growing revenue faster at 20.2% — sustainability is the question.
FMS generates stronger free cash flow (564M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FMS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 57/100). 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.
The Ensign Group Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
The Ensign Group, Inc. provides health care services in the post-acute care continuum and other ancillary businesses. The company is headquartered in San Juan Capistrano, California.
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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