Bright Horizons [BFAM] vs Frontdoor [FTDR] Detailed Stock Comparison
Bright Horizons
NYSE
Loading...
Frontdoor
NASDAQ
Loading...
TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 19 vital metrics comparison: Bright Horizons wins in 5 metrics, Frontdoor wins in 14 metrics, with 0 ties. Frontdoor appears stronger overall.
View Metrics Details
Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Bright Horizons | Frontdoor | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 39.59 | 16.89 | Frontdoor |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 4.94 | 16.38 | Bright Horizons |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 125.14 | 474.41 | Bright Horizons |
| PEG Ratio | 29.59 | 18.13 | Frontdoor |
| EV/EBITDA | 20.59 | 10.70 | Frontdoor |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 6.34% | 13.07% | Frontdoor |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 11.76% | 26.42% | Frontdoor |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 11.76% | 26.42% | Frontdoor |
| Return on Equity | 13.19% | 109.83% | Frontdoor |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 5.13% | 14.24% | Frontdoor |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $240.15M | $231.00M | Bright Horizons |
| 1-Year Return | -10.05% | 22.42% | Frontdoor |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.48 | 2.11 | Frontdoor |
| Enterprise Value | $8.40B | $4.80B | Bright Horizons |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 3.01 | 2.44 | Frontdoor |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 23.40% | 57.70% | Frontdoor |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $48 | $26 | Bright Horizons |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $3.05 | $3.37 | Frontdoor |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.34 | 1.32 | Frontdoor |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Bright Horizons vs Frontdoor Stock Performance Analysis
Loading Price Chart...
Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bright Horizons | -0.85% | -4.72% | 1.40% | -2.29% | -2.80% | 7.82% |
| Frontdoor | -2.56% | -5.54% | -4.74% | 2.64% | -5.13% | 0.09% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bright Horizons | -10.05% | 52.74% | -8.55% | 90.70% | 320.80% | 320.80% |
| Frontdoor | 22.42% | 110.67% | 28.25% | 48.32% | 48.32% | 48.32% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Bright Horizons vs Frontdoor
| Metric | BFAM | FTDR |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $6.91B | $4.15B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Mid cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 789,841 | 767,980 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 606,230 | 626,527 |
| Last Close | $119.20 | $54.88 |
| 52 Week Range | $103.75 - $141.90 | $35.61 - $64.91 |
| % from 52W High | -16.00% | -15.45% |
| All-Time High | $182.50 (Apr 05, 2021) | $64.91 (Aug 05, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -34.68% | -15.45% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.09% | 0.14% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.40% | 0.21% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.06% | 0.13% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.12% | 0.26% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.13% | 1.10% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 125.14 | 474.41 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $24.44 | $3.47 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $3.13 | $7.69 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $332.09M | $334.00M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $210.17M | $286.12M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Bright Horizons vs Frontdoor
| Metric | BFAM | FTDR |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 39.59 | 16.89 |
| Forward P/E | 29.59 | 18.13 |
| PEG Ratio | 29.59 | 18.13 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.48 | 2.11 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 4.94 | 16.38 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $6.91B | $4.15B |
| Enterprise Value | $8.40B | $4.80B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 3.01 | 2.44 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 20.59 | 10.70 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.34 | 1.32 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $24.44 | $3.47 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Bright Horizons vs Frontdoor
Financial Metrics
Loading Financial Charts...
Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BFAM | FTDR |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $665.53M | $617.00M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $509.79M | $261.00M |
| Gross Profit | $155.74M | $356.00M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $62.27M | $162.00M |
| EBITDA | $84.15M | $187.00M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $51.92M | $146.00M |
| Income Tax | $13.87M | $36.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $38.05M | $110.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BFAM | FTDR |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $112.05M | $562.00M |
| Total Current Assets | $448.48M | $620.00M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $744.25M | $416.00M |
| Long-Term Debt | $1.62B | $1.18B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $1.32B | $253.00M |
| Retained Earnings | $804.07M | $678.00M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $1.31B | $75.00M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BFAM | FTDR |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $118.57M | $143.00M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-15.23M | $-7.00M |
| Free Cash Flow | $70.95M | $117.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-49.50M | $-7.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-19.57M | $-71.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | BFAM | FTDR |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 896,781 | 1.56M |
| Short Ratio | 1.78 | 2.62 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.03% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 789,841 | 767,980 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 606,230 | 626,527 |
| Shares Outstanding | 57.40M | 75.31M |
| Float Shares | 56.81M | 72.64M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.05% | 1.06% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Bright Horizons vs Frontdoor
| Metric | BFAM | FTDR |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |