Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsUniversal Health Services Inc (UHS)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$19.14
-0.36%
ENERGY · Cap: $66.09B
UHS
Universal Health Services Inc
$186.72
+0.43%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $11.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Transfer LP generates 393% more annual revenue ($85.54B vs $17.36B). UHS leads profitability with a 8.6% profit margin vs 5.2%. ET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. UHS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
ET
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
UHS
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-121.3%
Fair Value
$8.23
Current Price
$19.14
$10.91 premium
Margin of Safety
+78.6%
Fair Value
$1081.08
Current Price
$186.72
$894.36 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 29.6% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 42.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Earnings declined 15.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ET
The strongest argument for ET centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 29.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UHS
The strongest argument for UHS centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Price/Book. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : UHS
No major red flags identified for UHS, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET profiles as a growth stock while UHS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UHS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
ET is growing revenue faster at 29.6% — sustainability is the question.
UHS generates stronger free cash flow (293M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UHS scores higher overall (76/100 vs 63/100). 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.
Energy Transfer LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Energy Transfer LP offers energy related services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Universal Health Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated is an American for-profit multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Minnetonka, Minnesota. It offers health care products and insurance services.
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