Fresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)vsThe Home Depot Inc (HD)
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$22.26
+1.04%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.47B
HD
The Home Depot Inc
$332.51
-1.23%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $331.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Home Depot Inc generates 739% more annual revenue ($164.68B vs $19.63B). HD leads profitability with a 8.6% profit margin vs 5.0%. FMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. FMS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
FMS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
HD
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+73.4%
Fair Value
$90.32
Current Price
$22.26
$68.06 discount
Margin of Safety
-239.4%
Fair Value
$96.76
Current Price
$332.51
$235.75 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 146 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.2% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 25.9x book value
Revenue declined 3.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMS
The strongest argument for FMS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HD
The strongest argument for HD centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : FMS
The primary concerns for FMS are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 5.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : HD
The primary concerns for HD are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
FMS is growing revenue faster at -0.3% — sustainability is the question.
HD generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FMS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 45/100). 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.
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA provides dialysis care and related dialysis care services in Germany, North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Bad Homburg, Germany.
Visit Website →The Home Depot Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
The Home Depot, Inc., commonly known as Home Depot, is the largest home improvement retailer in the United States, supplying tools, construction products, and services. The company is headquartered in incorporated Cobb County, Georgia, with an Atlanta mailing address.
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