Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsMedtronic PLC (MDT)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$37.19
-1.43%
ENERGY · Cap: $81.56B
MDT
Medtronic PLC
$76.15
-2.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $100.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 45% more annual revenue ($51.56B vs $35.48B). MDT leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 11.5%. MDT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. MDT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
EPD
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
MDT
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.5%
Fair Value
$56.69
Current Price
$37.19
$19.50 discount
Margin of Safety
+27.7%
Fair Value
$107.79
Current Price
$76.15
$31.64 discount
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.7%
Earnings declined 11.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : MDT
The strongest argument for MDT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MDT
The primary concerns for MDT are EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while MDT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MDT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
MDT is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
MDT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MDT scores higher overall (58/100 vs 52/100). EPD offers better value entry with a 37.5% margin of safety. 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.
Enterprise Products Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Enterprise Products Partners LP provides midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGL), crude oil, petrochemicals, and refined products. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Medtronic PLC
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Medtronic plc is an American-Irish registered medical device company that primarily operates in the United States. Medtronic has an operational and executive headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota in the US.
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