Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsVertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (VRTX)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$39.00
+1.58%
ENERGY · Cap: $81.20B
VRTX
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc
$454.97
+1.42%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $113.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 338% more annual revenue ($52.60B vs $12.00B). VRTX leads profitability with a 32.9% profit margin vs 11.1%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.16. VRTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
EPD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
VRTX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.0%
Fair Value
$25.32
Current Price
$38.99
$13.67 premium
Margin of Safety
+36.5%
Fair Value
$716.04
Current Price
$454.97
$261.07 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
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.6%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.7% earnings growth
Revenue declined 2.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : VRTX
The strongest argument for VRTX centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.9% and operating margin at 39.6%.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : VRTX
The primary concerns for VRTX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while VRTX is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
VRTX is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VRTX scores higher overall (66/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 32.9% margins. 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.
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.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc
HEALTHCARE · BIOTECHNOLOGY · USA
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an American biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts.
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