Lifestance Health Group Inc (LFST)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
LFST
Lifestance Health Group Inc
$7.41
-3.01%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $2.94B
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$162.06
+0.43%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $15.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tenet Healthcare Corporation generates 1335% more annual revenue ($21.45B vs $1.49B). THC leads profitability with a 7.9% profit margin vs 1.6%. THC trades at a lower P/E of 9.1x. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
LFST
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
THC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.6%
Fair Value
$10.44
Current Price
$7.41
$3.03 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for THC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 1927.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.2% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Earnings expanding 87.6% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.8% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
7.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LFST
The strongest argument for LFST centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 21.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LFST
The primary concerns for LFST are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 128.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.74 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LFST profiles as a growth stock while THC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
THC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
LFST is growing revenue faster at 21.2% — sustainability is the question.
THC generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 56/100). LFST offers better value entry with a 33.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Lifestance Health Group Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
LifeStance Health Group, Inc., provides outpatient mental health services to children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Tenet Healthcare Corporation is a diversified health services company. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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