Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc (AVAH)vsEncompass Health Corp (EHC)
AVAH
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc
$8.48
+0.75%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.84B
EHC
Encompass Health Corp
$101.31
+4.18%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Encompass Health Corp generates 141% more annual revenue ($6.07B vs $2.52B). AVAH leads profitability with a 10.4% profit margin vs 10.0%. AVAH trades at a lower P/E of 7.0x. EHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
AVAH
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
EHC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-84.3%
Fair Value
$4.33
Current Price
$8.48
$4.15 premium
Margin of Safety
-57.0%
Fair Value
$72.26
Current Price
$101.31
$29.05 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Earnings expanding 612.0% YoY
15.9% revenue growth
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 30.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVAH
The strongest argument for AVAH centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : EHC
The strongest argument for EHC centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVAH
The primary concerns for AVAH are Market Cap, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 6.26 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : EHC
The primary concerns for EHC are Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVAH profiles as a growth stock while EHC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AVAH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.93 — expect wider price swings.
AVAH is growing revenue faster at 15.9% — sustainability is the question.
EHC generates stronger free cash flow (151M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EHC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 62/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc., a diversified home care platform company, offers private duty nursing (PDN) services, adult home health and palliative care, pediatric home therapy, and enteral nutrition services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Encompass Health Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Encompass Health Corporation offers in-home and post-acute health care services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.
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