Acadia Healthcare Company Inc (ACHC)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
ACHC
Acadia Healthcare Company Inc
$24.48
-2.90%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $2.14B
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$162.06
+0.43%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $15.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tenet Healthcare Corporation generates 536% more annual revenue ($21.45B vs $3.37B). THC leads profitability with a 7.9% profit margin vs -32.8%. ACHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ACHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
THC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+83.9%
Fair Value
$96.47
Current Price
$24.48
$71.99 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for THC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Earnings expanding 87.6% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -56.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 49.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
2.8% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
7.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACHC
The strongest argument for ACHC centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ACHC
The primary concerns for ACHC are Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.74 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACHC profiles as a turnaround stock while THC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
THC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
ACHC is growing revenue faster at 7.6% — 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 51/100). ACHC offers better value entry with a 83.9% 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.
Acadia Healthcare Company Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. develops and operates inpatient psychiatric facilities, residential treatment centers, group homes, substance abuse facilities, and outpatient behavioral health facilities to serve the behavioral health and recovery needs of the communities in the United States. United States and Puerto Rico. The company is headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee.
Visit Website →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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