Encompass Health Corp (EHC)vsVertiv Holdings Co (VRT)
EHC
Encompass Health Corp
$104.82
-1.21%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.40B
VRT
Vertiv Holdings Co
$367.92
+8.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $130.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vertiv Holdings Co generates 79% more annual revenue ($10.84B vs $6.07B). VRT leads profitability with a 14.4% 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+
VRT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.9%
Fair Value
$150.95
Current Price
$104.82
$46.13 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VRT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 30.3% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Revenue surging 30.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 135.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 35.7x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : VRT
The strongest argument for VRT centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 30.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EHC
No major red flags identified for EHC, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : VRT
The primary concerns for VRT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 85.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EHC profiles as a value stock while VRT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VRT carries more volatility with a beta of 2.10 — expect wider price swings.
VRT is growing revenue faster at 30.1% — sustainability is the question.
VRT generates stronger free cash flow (654M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EHC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 67/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Vertiv Holdings Co
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Vertiv Holdings Co designs, manufactures and services critical digital infrastructure technologies and lifecycle services for data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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