Medline Inc. Class A Common Stock (MDLN)vsOtter Tail Corporation (OTTR)
MDLN
Medline Inc. Class A Common Stock
$39.52
-5.59%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $35.40B
OTTR
Otter Tail Corporation
$88.03
+0.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Medline Inc. Class A Common Stock generates 2118% more annual revenue ($29.14B vs $1.31B). OTTR leads profitability with a 21.3% profit margin vs 3.3%. OTTR trades at a lower P/E of 13.2x. OTTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
MDLN
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
OTTR
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+69.5%
Fair Value
$147.84
Current Price
$39.52
$108.32 discount
Margin of Safety
-60.8%
Fair Value
$53.45
Current Price
$88.03
$34.58 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 1258.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.3% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MDLN
The strongest argument for MDLN centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OTTR
The strongest argument for OTTR centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bear Case : MDLN
The primary concerns for MDLN are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : OTTR
The primary concerns for OTTR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MDLN is growing revenue faster at 10.7% — sustainability is the question.
MDLN generates stronger free cash flow (-113M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
OTTR scores higher overall (67/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 21.3% margins. MDLN offers better value entry with a 69.5% margin of safety. 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.
Medline Inc. Class A Common Stock
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Medline Inc. manufactures med-surg products serving the hospital, surgery centers, physician offices, post-acute facilities, and nursing home sites of care in the United States and Internationally. The company is headquartered in Northfield, Illinois.
Visit Website →Otter Tail Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Otter Tail Corporation is engaged in electrical service, manufacturing and plastic piping businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
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