DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc (DVA)vsAT&T Inc (TBB)
DVA
DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc
$155.11
+1.19%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.25B
TBB
AT&T Inc
$21.58
-0.05%
· Cap: $132.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
DVA leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs 0.0%. TBB trades at a lower P/E of 4.2x. DVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
DVA
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TBB
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+11.7%
Fair Value
$163.40
Current Price
$155.11
$8.29 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TBB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
5.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DVA
The strongest argument for DVA centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.56 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TBB
The strongest argument for TBB centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : DVA
The primary concerns for DVA are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TBB
The primary concerns for TBB are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.57 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DVA is growing revenue faster at 9.9% — sustainability is the question.
TBB generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DVA scores higher overall (66/100 vs 25/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
DaVita Inc. provides kidney dialysis services through a network of outpatient dialysis centers in the United States.
AT&T Inc
· · USA
AT&T Inc. provides digital entertainment communications and services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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