Encompass Health Corp (EHC)vsAltria Group (MO)
EHC
Encompass Health Corp
$106.10
-0.98%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.63B
MO
Altria Group
$68.12
-1.33%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $115.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Altria Group generates 236% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $6.07B). MO leads profitability with a 39.5% profit margin vs 10.0%. EHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.41. EHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
EHC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
MO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.9%
Fair Value
$150.95
Current Price
$106.10
$44.85 discount
Margin of Safety
-37.3%
Fair Value
$48.02
Current Price
$68.12
$20.10 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Earnings expanding 30.3% YoY
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 62.3%
Earnings expanding 106.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EHC
The strongest argument for EHC centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MO
The strongest argument for MO centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.5% and operating margin at 62.3%.
Bear Case : EHC
No major red flags identified for EHC, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : MO
The primary concerns for MO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EHC profiles as a value stock while MO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
EHC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
EHC is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
MO generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EHC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 61/100). 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.
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.
Altria Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Altria Group, Inc. (previously known as Philip Morris Companies, Inc.) is an American corporation and one of the world's largest producers and marketers of tobacco, cigarettes and related products. It operates worldwide and is headquartered in unincorporated Henrico County, Virginia, just outside the city of Richmond.
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