Tenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)vsTexas Instruments Incorporated (TXN)
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$200.04
+0.21%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.58B
TXN
Texas Instruments Incorporated
$196.77
+1.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $179.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tenet Healthcare Corporation generates 21% more annual revenue ($21.31B vs $17.68B). TXN leads profitability with a 28.3% profit margin vs 6.6%. TXN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
THC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TXN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.8%
Fair Value
$724.93
Current Price
$200.04
$524.89 discount
Margin of Safety
-430.9%
Fair Value
$37.06
Current Price
$196.77
$159.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 27.6% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.0x book value
Earnings declined 3.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TXN
The strongest argument for TXN centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.3% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TXN
The primary concerns for TXN are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
THC profiles as a value stock while TXN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
THC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
TXN is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
TXN generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 63/100). 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.
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Tenet Healthcare Corporation is a diversified health services company. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Texas Instruments Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) is an American technology company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, that designs and manufactures semiconductors and various integrated circuits, which it sells to electronics designers and manufacturers globally. It is one of the top 10 semiconductor companies worldwide based on sales volume.
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