The Ensign Group Inc (ENSG)vsFresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)
ENSG
The Ensign Group Inc
$173.91
-0.58%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $9.94B
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$22.20
+0.59%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $11.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation generates 254% more annual revenue ($19.43B vs $5.49B). ENSG leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs 4.8%. FMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.74. ENSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ENSG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
FMS
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.8%
Fair Value
$151.57
Current Price
$173.91
$22.34 premium
Margin of Safety
+68.5%
Fair Value
$76.29
Current Price
$22.20
$54.09 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
17.3% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
6.9% margin — thin
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 : ENSG
The strongest argument for ENSG centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FMS
The strongest argument for FMS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.74 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ENSG
The primary concerns for ENSG are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
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
ENSG 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.
ENSG is growing revenue faster at 17.3% — sustainability is the question.
FMS generates stronger free cash flow (620M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ENSG scores higher overall (61/100 vs 58/100) and 17.3% revenue growth. FMS offers better value entry with a 68.5% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
The Ensign Group Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
The Ensign Group, Inc. provides health care services in the post-acute care continuum and other ancillary businesses. The company is headquartered in San Juan Capistrano, 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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