Henry Schein Inc (HSIC)vsAT&T Inc (TBB)
HSIC
Henry Schein Inc
$74.25
+0.31%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $8.71B
TBB
AT&T Inc
$21.58
-0.05%
· Cap: $132.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSIC leads profitability with a 3.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. TBB trades at a lower P/E of 4.2x. HSIC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
HSIC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TBB
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.5%
Fair Value
$93.39
Current Price
$74.25
$19.14 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TBB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HSIC
The strongest argument for HSIC centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : TBB
The strongest argument for TBB centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : HSIC
The primary concerns for HSIC are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TBB
The primary concerns for TBB are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.57 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSIC is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
TBB generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HSIC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 25/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Henry Schein Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Henry Schein, Inc. is an American distributor of health care products and services with a presence in 32 countries.
Visit Website →AT&T Inc
· · USA
AT&T Inc. provides digital entertainment communications and services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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