Medline Inc. Class A Common Stock (MDLN)vsUtah Medical Products Inc (UTMD)
MDLN
Medline Inc. Class A Common Stock
$42.67
+1.52%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.68B
UTMD
Utah Medical Products Inc
$63.71
-0.14%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $204.39M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Medline Inc. Class A Common Stock generates 73711% more annual revenue ($28.43B vs $38.52M). UTMD leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 4.1%. UTMD trades at a lower P/E of 18.6x. MDLN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
MDLN
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
UTMD
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.7%
Fair Value
$66.92
Current Price
$42.67
$24.25 discount
Margin of Safety
-173.3%
Fair Value
$23.32
Current Price
$63.71
$40.39 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Strong operational efficiency at 31.1%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
4.1% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 6.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MDLN
Revenue growth of 14.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UTMD
The strongest argument for UTMD centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 31.1%.
Bear Case : MDLN
The primary concerns for MDLN are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : UTMD
The primary concerns for UTMD are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MDLN profiles as a value stock while UTMD is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
MDLN is growing revenue faster at 14.8% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MDLN scores higher overall (52/100 vs 48/100) and 14.8% revenue growth. 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.
Medline Inc. Class A Common Stock
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Medline Inc. manufactures med-surg products serving the hospital, surgery centers, physician offices, post-acute facilities, and nursing home sites of care in the United States and Internationally. The company is headquartered in Northfield, Illinois.
Visit Website →Utah Medical Products Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Utah Medical Products, Inc. develops, manufactures and distributes medical devices for the healthcare industry. The company is headquartered in Midvale, Utah.
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