Fresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)vsNational HealthCare Corporation (NHC)
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$22.35
+0.54%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.06B
NHC
National HealthCare Corporation
$224.47
-0.20%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $3.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation generates 1146% more annual revenue ($19.43B vs $1.56B). NHC leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs 4.8%. FMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. NHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
FMS
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
NHC
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.6%
Fair Value
$76.58
Current Price
$22.35
$54.23 discount
Margin of Safety
-65.7%
Fair Value
$101.60
Current Price
$224.47
$122.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 67.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
1.4% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.5% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMS
The strongest argument for FMS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NHC
The strongest argument for NHC centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FMS
The primary concerns for FMS are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NHC
No major red flags identified for NHC, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
NHC is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — sustainability is the question.
FMS generates stronger free cash flow (620M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NHC scores higher overall (61/100 vs 58/100). FMS offers better value entry with a 68.6% 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.
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.
Visit Website →National HealthCare Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
National HealthCare Corporation operates, manages, and provides services to skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, independent living facilities, home health programs, and a behavioral health hospital. The company is headquartered in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
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