The Ensign Group Inc (ENSG)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
ENSG
The Ensign Group Inc
$200.08
-1.19%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $11.63B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$493.88
-1.15%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $110.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Holdings Inc generates 1395% more annual revenue ($75.60B vs $5.06B). HCA leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs 6.8%. HCA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ENSG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
HCA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-0.1%
Fair Value
$211.64
Current Price
$200.08
$11.56 premium
Margin of Safety
+59.4%
Fair Value
$1310.40
Current Price
$493.88
$816.52 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 20.2% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 44.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.8% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ENSG
The strongest argument for ENSG centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HCA
The strongest argument for HCA centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ENSG
The primary concerns for ENSG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ENSG profiles as a growth stock while HCA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HCA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
ENSG is growing revenue faster at 20.2% — sustainability is the question.
HCA generates stronger free cash flow (870M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 57/100). 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.
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.
HCA Holdings Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
HCA Healthcare is an American for-profit operator of health care facilities that was founded in 1968. It is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and, as of May 2020, owns and operates 186 hospitals and approximately 2,000 sites of care, including surgery centers, freestanding emergency rooms, urgent care centers and physician clinics in 21 states and the United Kingdom.
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