Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsEdwards Lifesciences Corp (EW)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$19.14
-0.36%
ENERGY · Cap: $66.09B
EW
Edwards Lifesciences Corp
$82.67
+1.20%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $48.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Transfer LP generates 1310% more annual revenue ($85.54B vs $6.07B). EW leads profitability with a 17.7% profit margin vs 5.2%. ET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. ET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ET
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
EW
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-121.3%
Fair Value
$8.23
Current Price
$19.14
$10.91 premium
Margin of Safety
-544.4%
Fair Value
$12.31
Current Price
$82.67
$70.36 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 29.6% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 23.7%
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Earnings declined 15.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 76.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ET
The strongest argument for ET centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 29.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : EW
The strongest argument for EW centers on Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 23.7%. Revenue growth of 13.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : EW
The primary concerns for EW are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET profiles as a growth stock while EW is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
EW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
ET is growing revenue faster at 29.6% — sustainability is the question.
EW generates stronger free cash flow (354M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ET scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100) and 29.6% 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.
Energy Transfer LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Energy Transfer LP offers energy related services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Edwards Lifesciences Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Edwards Lifesciences is an American medical technology company headquartered in Irvine, California, specializing in artificial heart valves and hemodynamic monitoring.
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