AMN Healthcare Services Inc (AMN)vsThe Ensign Group Inc (ENSG)
AMN
AMN Healthcare Services Inc
$18.49
+0.54%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $695.93M
ENSG
The Ensign Group Inc
$203.89
+0.48%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $11.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Ensign Group Inc generates 85% more annual revenue ($5.06B vs $2.73B). ENSG leads profitability with a 6.8% profit margin vs -3.5%. AMN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.71. ENSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
AMN
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
ENSG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMN.
Margin of Safety
-0.3%
Fair Value
$211.28
Current Price
$203.89
$7.39 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 20.2% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.8% revenue growth
3.2% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.8% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMN
The strongest argument for AMN centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : ENSG
The strongest argument for ENSG centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMN
The primary concerns for AMN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ENSG
The primary concerns for ENSG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMN profiles as a turnaround stock while ENSG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ENSG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
ENSG is growing revenue faster at 20.2% — sustainability is the question.
ENSG generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ENSG scores higher overall (57/100 vs 53/100) and 20.2% 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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