Seagate Technology PLC (STX)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
STX
Seagate Technology PLC
$771.01
+4.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $163.00B
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$186.91
+0.84%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $16.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tenet Healthcare Corporation generates 99% more annual revenue ($21.86B vs $11.01B). STX leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 7.8%. STX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. STX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
STX
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
THC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STX.
Margin of Safety
+78.9%
Fair Value
$1070.59
Current Price
$186.91
$883.68 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 35.7%
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Earnings expanding 87.6% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 367.1x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
7.8% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : STX
The strongest argument for STX centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 35.7%. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : STX
The primary concerns for STX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 69.0x 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
STX profiles as a growth stock while THC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
STX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
STX is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
THC generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STX scores higher overall (76/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 44.1% revenue growth. THC offers better value entry with a 78.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Seagate Technology PLC
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Seagate Technology Holdings plc, an Irish public limited company (commonly referred to as Seagate) is an American data storage company.
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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