AMN Healthcare Services Inc (AMN)vsThe Ensign Group Inc (ENSG)
AMN
AMN Healthcare Services Inc
$34.70
+0.03%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.33B
ENSG
The Ensign Group Inc
$181.89
-0.68%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Ensign Group Inc generates 54% more annual revenue ($5.27B vs $3.42B). ENSG leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs -0.9%. ENSG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. ENSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
AMN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
ENSG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.9%
Fair Value
$48.75
Current Price
$34.70
$14.05 discount
Margin of Safety
-45.8%
Fair Value
$145.31
Current Price
$181.89
$36.58 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 99.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 321.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.4% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 21.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -4.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
6.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMN
The strongest argument for AMN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 99.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ENSG
The strongest argument for ENSG centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 18.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMN
The primary concerns for AMN are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ENSG
The primary concerns for ENSG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMN profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ENSG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ENSG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
AMN is growing revenue faster at 99.9% — sustainability is the question.
AMN generates stronger free cash flow (555M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMN scores higher overall (62/100 vs 62/100) and 99.9% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
AMN Healthcare Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
AMN Healthcare Services, Inc. provides healthcare personnel solutions and staffing services to hospitals and healthcare facilities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Taxas.
Visit Website →The Ensign Group Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
The Ensign Group, Inc. provides health care services in the post-acute care continuum and other ancillary businesses. The company is headquartered in San Juan Capistrano, California.
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