Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsMedtronic PLC (MDT)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$88.89
+2.95%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.50B
MDT
Medtronic PLC
$76.15
-2.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $100.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Medtronic PLC generates 3970% more annual revenue ($35.48B vs $871.93M). MDT leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 7.6%. MDT trades at a lower P/E of 21.8x. MDT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
KEN
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
MDT
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.5%
Fair Value
$54.68
Current Price
$88.89
$34.21 premium
Margin of Safety
+27.7%
Fair Value
$107.79
Current Price
$76.15
$31.64 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 43.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.1% — below average capital efficiency
7.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 93.7%
Earnings declined 11.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 43.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MDT
The strongest argument for MDT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 68.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MDT
The primary concerns for MDT are EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEN profiles as a hypergrowth stock while MDT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MDT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
KEN is growing revenue faster at 43.1% — sustainability is the question.
MDT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MDT scores higher overall (58/100 vs 40/100). 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.
Kenon Holdings
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Kenon Holdings Ltd., is the owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
Visit Website →Medtronic PLC
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Medtronic plc is an American-Irish registered medical device company that primarily operates in the United States. Medtronic has an operational and executive headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota in the US.
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