Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsUniversal Health Services Inc (UHS)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$39.00
+1.58%
ENERGY · Cap: $81.20B
UHS
Universal Health Services Inc
$186.72
+0.43%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $11.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 203% more annual revenue ($52.60B vs $17.36B). EPD leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 8.6%. UHS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. UHS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
EPD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
UHS
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
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
+78.6%
Fair Value
$1081.08
Current Price
$186.72
$894.36 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 42.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.7% earnings growth
Revenue declined 2.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : UHS
The strongest argument for UHS centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Price/Book. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : UHS
No major red flags identified for UHS, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while UHS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UHS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
UHS is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
UHS scores higher overall (76/100 vs 50/100). 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.
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.
Universal Health Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated is an American for-profit multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Minnetonka, Minnesota. It offers health care products and insurance services.
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