Alignment Healthcare LLC (ALHC)vsElevance Health Inc (ELV)
ALHC
Alignment Healthcare LLC
$17.58
+0.92%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $3.56B
ELV
Elevance Health Inc
$296.09
+1.98%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $64.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Elevance Health Inc generates 4943% more annual revenue ($199.13B vs $3.95B). ELV leads profitability with a 2.8% profit margin vs -0.0%. ELV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ALHC
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
ELV
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ALHC.
Margin of Safety
+74.9%
Fair Value
$1179.36
Current Price
$296.09
$883.27 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 44.4% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 36.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 20.0x book value
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -0.7% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
2.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.5%
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALHC
The strongest argument for ALHC centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 44.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ELV
The strongest argument for ELV centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALHC
The primary concerns for ALHC are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ELV
The primary concerns for ELV are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALHC profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ELV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALHC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
ALHC is growing revenue faster at 44.4% — sustainability is the question.
ALHC generates stronger free cash flow (-67M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ELV scores higher overall (67/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alignment Healthcare LLC
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Alignment Healthcare, Inc. provides a consumer-centric platform that provides personalized healthcare to seniors in the United States. The company is headquartered in Orange, California.
Elevance Health Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Elevance Health Inc. is a health benefits company. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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