Moodys Corporation (MCO)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$451.32
-1.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $79.84B
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$190.38
-1.93%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $16.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tenet Healthcare Corporation generates 173% more annual revenue ($21.45B vs $7.87B). MCO leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 7.9%. MCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.04. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
MCO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
THC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MCO.
Margin of Safety
+78.8%
Fair Value
$1068.55
Current Price
$190.38
$878.17 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 71 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Earnings expanding 87.6% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 26.3x book value
2.8% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
7.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MCO
The strongest argument for MCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 45.7%.
Bull Case : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO profiles as a mature stock while THC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
MCO is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
THC generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 61/100). 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.
Moodys Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Moody's Corporation, often referred to as Moody's, is an American business and financial services company. It is the holding company for Moody's Investors Service (MIS), an American credit rating agency, and Moody's Analytics (MA), an American provider of financial analysis software and services.
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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