Humana Inc (HUM)vsQuanta Services Inc (PWR)
HUM
Humana Inc
$350.08
+0.08%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $45.53B
PWR
Quanta Services Inc
$719.17
+0.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $108.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Humana Inc generates 355% more annual revenue ($137.20B vs $30.12B). PWR leads profitability with a 3.7% profit margin vs 0.8%. PWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. PWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
HUM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
PWR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.7%
Fair Value
$403.67
Current Price
$350.08
$53.59 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PWR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 51.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 11.9x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HUM
The strongest argument for HUM centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PWR
The strongest argument for PWR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HUM
The primary concerns for HUM are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 40.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PWR
The primary concerns for PWR are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. A P/E of 99.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PWR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
PWR is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
HUM generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HEALTHCARE PLANS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PWR scores higher overall (56/100 vs 52/100) and 26.3% revenue growth. HUM offers better value entry with a 23.7% 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.
Humana Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Humana Inc. is a for-profit American health insurance company based in Louisville, Kentucky.
Visit Website →Quanta Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Quanta Services is an American corporation that provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, industrial and communications industries. Capabilities include the planning, design, installation, program management, maintenance and repair of most types of network infrastructure.
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