Lifestance Health Group Inc (LFST)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
LFST
Lifestance Health Group Inc
$6.65
+3.10%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $2.47B
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$200.04
+0.21%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tenet Healthcare Corporation generates 1396% more annual revenue ($21.31B vs $1.42B). LFST leads profitability with a 68.0% profit margin vs 6.6%. THC trades at a lower P/E of 12.9x. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
LFST
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
THC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4850.0%
Fair Value
$0.14
Current Price
$6.65
$6.51 premium
Margin of Safety
+68.8%
Fair Value
$724.93
Current Price
$200.04
$524.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Keeps 68 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
17.4% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 27.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Operating margin of 4.7%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LFST
The strongest argument for LFST centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 68.0% and operating margin at 4.7%. Revenue growth of 17.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LFST
The primary concerns for LFST are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 322.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LFST profiles as a growth stock while THC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
THC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
LFST is growing revenue faster at 17.4% — sustainability is the question.
THC generates stronger free cash flow (367M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 45/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Lifestance Health Group Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
LifeStance Health Group, Inc., provides outpatient mental health services to children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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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