Medpace Holdings [MEDP] vs Iqvia Holdings [IQV] Detailed Stock Comparison
Medpace Holdings
NASDAQ
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Iqvia Holdings
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 19 vital metrics comparison: Medpace Holdings wins in 8 metrics, Iqvia Holdings wins in 11 metrics, with 0 ties. Iqvia Holdings appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Medpace Holdings | Iqvia Holdings | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 34.23 | 27.94 | Iqvia Holdings |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 74.89 | 5.66 | Iqvia Holdings |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 86.93 | 272.12 | Medpace Holdings |
| PEG Ratio | 3.15 | -1.26 | Iqvia Holdings |
| EV/EBITDA | 25.60 | 15.84 | Iqvia Holdings |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 18.74% | 7.88% | Medpace Holdings |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 20.94% | 13.39% | Medpace Holdings |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 20.94% | 13.39% | Medpace Holdings |
| Return on Equity | 89.39% | 19.79% | Medpace Holdings |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 17.09% | 5.16% | Medpace Holdings |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $572.27M | $2.11B | Iqvia Holdings |
| 1-Year Return | 15.97% | -25.53% | Medpace Holdings |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 5.80 | 2.08 | Iqvia Holdings |
| Enterprise Value | $12.97B | $46.30B | Iqvia Holdings |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 5.81 | 2.95 | Iqvia Holdings |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 29.84% | 32.94% | Iqvia Holdings |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $74 | $89 | Iqvia Holdings |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $13.46 | $6.89 | Medpace Holdings |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.43 | 1.30 | Iqvia Holdings |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Medpace Holdings vs Iqvia Holdings Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medpace Holdings | 2.27% | -1.16% | 46.77% | 53.27% | 33.25% | 35.43% |
| Iqvia Holdings | 3.13% | -2.12% | 16.63% | 35.04% | -2.96% | -4.99% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medpace Holdings | 15.97% | 185.19% | 254.59% | 1,516.76% | 1,516.76% | 1,516.76% |
| Iqvia Holdings | -25.53% | -15.61% | 14.99% | 146.40% | 337.34% | 337.34% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Medpace Holdings vs Iqvia Holdings
| Metric | MEDP | IQV |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $12.94B | $32.73B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 335,247 | 1,345,900 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 619,359 | 2,037,960 |
| Last Close | $463.62 | $191.19 |
| 52 Week Range | $250.05 - $501.30 | $134.65 - $252.88 |
| % from 52W High | -7.52% | -24.39% |
| All-Time High | $501.30 (Jul 22, 2025) | $285.61 (Dec 27, 2021) |
| % from All-Time High | -7.52% | -33.06% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.14% | 0.05% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.02% | -0.27% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.19% | 0.08% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.21% | 0.13% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.89% | 0.20% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 86.93 | 272.12 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $6.15 | $33.99 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $1.65 | $12.87 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $614.10M | $2.62B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $445.14M | $2.45B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Medpace Holdings vs Iqvia Holdings
| Metric | MEDP | IQV |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 34.23 | 27.94 |
| Forward P/E | 36.88 | 15.95 |
| PEG Ratio | 3.15 | -1.26 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 5.80 | 2.08 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 74.89 | 5.66 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $12.94B | $32.73B |
| Enterprise Value | $12.97B | $46.30B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 5.81 | 2.95 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 25.60 | 15.84 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.43 | 1.30 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $6.15 | $33.99 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Medpace Holdings vs Iqvia Holdings
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | MEDP | IQV |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $558.57M | $3.83B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $380.22M | $2.53B |
| Gross Profit | $178.35M | $1.30B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $113.52M | $525.00M |
| EBITDA | $120.45M | $786.00M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $118.17M | $323.00M |
| Income Tax | $3.58M | $61.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $114.60M | $249.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | MEDP | IQV |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $441.44M | $1.74B |
| Total Current Assets | $821.44M | $5.91B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $1.12B | $7.18B |
| Long-Term Debt | $126.66M | $13.29B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $593.61M | $5.99B |
| Retained Earnings | $-269.72M | $6.31B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $258.19M | $768.00M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | MEDP | IQV |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $166.55M | $554.00M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-9.99M | $-142.00M |
| Free Cash Flow | $115.84M | $426.00M |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | $-2.10B |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-371.90M | $-375.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | MEDP | IQV |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 2.50M | 6.80M |
| Short Ratio | 3.60 | 2.96 |
| Short % of Float | 0.11% | 0.05% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 335,247 | 1,345,900 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 619,359 | 2,037,960 |
| Shares Outstanding | 30.63M | 176.10M |
| Float Shares | 22.22M | 161.46M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.21% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.96% | 1.02% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Medpace Holdings vs Iqvia Holdings
| Metric | MEDP | IQV |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | N/A |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | N/A |