Fresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)vsUS Physicalrapy Inc (USPH)
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$22.26
+1.04%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.47B
USPH
US Physicalrapy Inc
$74.96
+0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $1.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation generates 2438% more annual revenue ($19.63B vs $773.34M). USPH leads profitability with a 5.1% 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+
USPH
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
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
-39.3%
Fair Value
$63.28
Current Price
$74.96
$11.68 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 23.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.2% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
5.1% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : USPH
The strongest argument for USPH centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : USPH
The primary concerns for USPH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 52.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
USPH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
USPH is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
FMS generates stronger free cash flow (564M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FMS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 58/100). 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.
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 →US Physicalrapy Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
US Physical Therapy, Inc. operates outpatient physical therapy clinics that provide preoperative and postoperative care and treatment for orthopedic-related disorders, sports-related injuries, preventive care, injured worker rehabilitation, and neurology-related injuries. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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