Healthcare Services Group Inc (HCSG)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
HCSG
Healthcare Services Group Inc
$22.84
-1.34%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.61B
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$261.74
+3.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $20.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tenet Healthcare Corporation generates 1070% more annual revenue ($21.81B vs $1.86B). THC leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 6.6%. THC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.85. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
HCSG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
THC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 60.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 48 in profit
Earnings expanding 213.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HCSG
The strongest argument for HCSG centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : HCSG
The primary concerns for HCSG are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.84 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
THC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
THC is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
THC generates stronger free cash flow (417M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 59/100). 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.
Healthcare Services Group Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Healthcare Services Group, Inc. provides management, administrative, and operational services to the cleaning, laundry, bedding, facility maintenance, and dietary services departments of nursing homes, retirement complexes, rehabilitation centers, and hospitals in the United States. . The company is headquartered in Bensalem, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →Tenet Healthcare Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Tenet Healthcare Corporation is a diversified health services company. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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