Fresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)vsPennant Group Inc (PNTG)
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$22.26
+1.04%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.47B
PNTG
Pennant Group Inc
$31.11
+0.29%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation generates 1971% more annual revenue ($19.63B vs $947.71M). FMS leads profitability with a 5.0% profit margin vs 3.1%. FMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. FMS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
FMS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PNTG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+73.4%
Fair Value
$90.32
Current Price
$22.26
$68.06 discount
Margin of Safety
+19.6%
Fair Value
$39.31
Current Price
$31.11
$8.20 discount
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
Revenue surging 53.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 53.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.2% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.1% margin — thin
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 : PNTG
The strongest argument for PNTG centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 53.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FMS
The primary concerns for FMS are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 5.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PNTG
The primary concerns for PNTG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMS profiles as a value stock while PNTG is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PNTG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
PNTG is growing revenue faster at 53.2% — sustainability is the question.
FMS generates stronger free cash flow (564M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FMS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 59/100). PNTG offers better value entry with a 19.6% 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 →Pennant Group Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
The Pennant Group, Inc. provides health care services in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Montana, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. The company is headquartered in Eagle, Idaho.
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