Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsIDEXX Laboratories Inc (IDXX)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$39.00
+1.58%
ENERGY · Cap: $81.20B
IDXX
IDEXX Laboratories Inc
$575.72
+0.97%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $45.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 1122% more annual revenue ($52.60B vs $4.30B). IDXX leads profitability with a 24.6% profit margin vs 11.1%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.16. IDXX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EPD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
IDXX
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.0%
Fair Value
$25.32
Current Price
$38.99
$13.67 premium
Margin of Safety
-40.2%
Fair Value
$462.85
Current Price
$575.72
$112.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 66 in profit
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.8%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.7% earnings growth
Revenue declined 2.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 28.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : IDXX
The strongest argument for IDXX centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.6% and operating margin at 29.8%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : IDXX
The primary concerns for IDXX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 43.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while IDXX is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
IDXX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.70 — expect wider price swings.
IDXX is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IDXX scores higher overall (61/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 24.6% margins and 14.3% revenue growth. 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.
Enterprise Products Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Enterprise Products Partners LP provides midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGL), crude oil, petrochemicals, and refined products. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
IDEXX Laboratories Inc
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. is an American multinational corporation engaged in the development, manufacture, and distribution of products and services for the companion animal veterinary, livestock and poultry, water testing, and dairy markets.
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