The Ensign Group Inc (ENSG)vsFresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)
ENSG
The Ensign Group Inc
$182.03
-0.92%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.73B
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$20.19
-10.86%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation generates 272% more annual revenue ($19.63B vs $5.27B). ENSG leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs 5.0%. FMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.75. FMS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ENSG
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
FMS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4.1%
Fair Value
$203.60
Current Price
$182.03
$21.57 premium
Margin of Safety
+76.3%
Fair Value
$101.44
Current Price
$20.19
$81.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
18.4% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 21.9% YoY
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
Moderate valuation
6.9% margin — thin
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 0.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ENSG
The strongest argument for ENSG centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 18.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FMS
The strongest argument for FMS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.75 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 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
ENSG is growing revenue faster at 18.4% — sustainability is the question.
FMS generates stronger free cash flow (564M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FMS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 60/100). 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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