Tenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$200.04
+0.21%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.58B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$247.02
+0.71%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tenet Healthcare Corporation generates 593% more annual revenue ($21.31B vs $3.07B). WST leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 6.6%. WST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.89. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
THC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
WST
Buy55
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
-256.8%
Fair Value
$68.99
Current Price
$247.02
$178.03 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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
THC profiles as a value stock while WST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
THC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
THC is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
THC generates stronger free cash flow (367M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 55/100). 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.
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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