The Ensign Group Inc (ENSG)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
ENSG
The Ensign Group Inc
$203.89
+0.48%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $11.85B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$163.26
-1.28%
ENERGY · Cap: $665.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 6304% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $5.06B). XOM leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 6.8%. ENSG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.78. ENSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ENSG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
XOM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-0.3%
Fair Value
$211.28
Current Price
$203.89
$7.39 premium
Margin of Safety
-262.4%
Fair Value
$45.63
Current Price
$163.26
$117.63 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 20.2% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.8% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 11.0%
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 : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ENSG
The primary concerns for ENSG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ENSG profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ENSG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
ENSG is growing revenue faster at 20.2% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ENSG scores higher overall (57/100 vs 44/100) and 20.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Exxon Mobil Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Exxon Mobil Corporation, stylized as ExxonMobil, is an American multinational oil and gas corporation headquartered in Irving, Texas. It is the largest direct descendant of John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil, and was formed on November 30, 1999 by the merger of Exxon (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey) and Mobil (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New York). ExxonMobil's primary brands are Exxon, Mobil, Esso, and ExxonMobil Chemical. ExxonMobil is incorporated in New Jersey.
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