AMN Healthcare Services Inc (AMN)vsMerck & Company Inc (MRK)
AMN
AMN Healthcare Services Inc
$33.34
+0.88%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.29B
MRK
Merck & Company Inc
$144.85
+0.64%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $355.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Merck & Company Inc generates 1838% more annual revenue ($66.57B vs $3.43B). MRK leads profitability with a 4.8% profit margin vs 3.1%. AMN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.71. AMN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
AMN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
MRK
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.9%
Fair Value
$48.77
Current Price
$33.34
$15.43 discount
Margin of Safety
-73.7%
Fair Value
$82.84
Current Price
$144.85
$62.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 321.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.1% margin — thin
Trading at 8.5x book value
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMN
The strongest argument for AMN centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : MRK
The strongest argument for MRK centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : AMN
The primary concerns for AMN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MRK
The primary concerns for MRK are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 116.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.39 — expect wider price swings.
MRK is growing revenue faster at 5.1% — sustainability is the question.
MRK generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AMN scores higher overall (62/100 vs 36/100). Both earn "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.
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 →Merck & Company Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Merck & Co. is an American multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey. It is named after the Merck family, which set up Merck Group in Germany in 1668.
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