Henry Schein Inc (HSIC)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
HSIC
Henry Schein Inc
$74.25
+0.31%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $8.71B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$162.50
+0.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $225.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 381% more annual revenue ($63.42B vs $13.18B). RY leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 3.0%. HSIC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. RY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
HSIC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
RY
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.5%
Fair Value
$93.39
Current Price
$74.25
$19.14 discount
Margin of Safety
+44.3%
Fair Value
$306.13
Current Price
$162.50
$143.63 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Generating 37.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HSIC
The strongest argument for HSIC centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 46.2%.
Bear Case : HSIC
The primary concerns for HSIC are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSIC profiles as a value stock while RY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
RY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
HSIC is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
RY generates stronger free cash flow (37.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RY scores higher overall (68/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 33.1% 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.
Henry Schein Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Henry Schein, Inc. is an American distributor of health care products and services with a presence in 32 countries.
Visit Website →Royal Bank of Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Royal Bank of Canada is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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