Acadia Healthcare Company Inc (ACHC)vsHCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)
ACHC
Acadia Healthcare Company Inc
$24.48
-2.90%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $2.14B
HCA
HCA Healthcare, Inc.
$372.13
+2.85%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $80.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Healthcare, Inc. generates 2166% more annual revenue ($76.39B vs $3.37B). HCA leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs -32.8%. HCA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ACHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
HCA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+83.9%
Fair Value
$96.47
Current Price
$24.48
$71.99 discount
Margin of Safety
-85.7%
Fair Value
$286.26
Current Price
$372.13
$85.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -56.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 49.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
4.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACHC
The strongest argument for ACHC centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HCA
The strongest argument for HCA centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ACHC
The primary concerns for ACHC are Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACHC profiles as a turnaround stock while HCA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HCA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
ACHC is growing revenue faster at 7.6% — sustainability is the question.
HCA generates stronger free cash flow (895M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (63/100 vs 51/100). ACHC offers better value entry with a 83.9% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Acadia Healthcare Company Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. develops and operates inpatient psychiatric facilities, residential treatment centers, group homes, substance abuse facilities, and outpatient behavioral health facilities to serve the behavioral health and recovery needs of the communities in the United States. United States and Puerto Rico. The company is headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee.
Visit Website →HCA Healthcare, Inc.
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
HCA Healthcare is an American for-profit operator of health care facilities that was founded in 1968. It is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and, as of May 2020, owns and operates 186 hospitals and approximately 2,000 sites of care, including surgery centers, freestanding emergency rooms, urgent care centers and physician clinics in 21 states and the United Kingdom.
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