American Shared Hospital Service (AMS)vsFresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)
AMS
American Shared Hospital Service
$1.47
+0.31%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $9.81M
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$22.35
+0.54%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation generates 63778% more annual revenue ($19.43B vs $30.41M). FMS leads profitability with a 4.8% profit margin vs -5.8%. FMS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
AMS
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
FMS
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+41.6%
Fair Value
$3.92
Current Price
$1.47
$2.45 discount
Margin of Safety
+68.6%
Fair Value
$76.58
Current Price
$22.35
$54.23 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.2% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 38.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
1.4% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.5% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMS
The strongest argument for AMS centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FMS
The strongest argument for FMS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMS
The primary concerns for AMS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : FMS
The primary concerns for FMS are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMS profiles as a growth stock while FMS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FMS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
AMS is growing revenue faster at 19.2% — sustainability is the question.
FMS generates stronger free cash flow (620M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FMS scores higher overall (58/100 vs 35/100). AMS offers better value entry with a 41.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
American Shared Hospital Service
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
American Shared Hospital Services rents radiosurgery and radiation therapy equipment to healthcare providers. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA provides dialysis care and related dialysis care services in Germany, North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Bad Homburg, Germany.
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