Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
AMD
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
$455.19
+11.44%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $666.04B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$435.19
+1.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $95.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Holdings Inc generates 104% more annual revenue ($76.39B vs $37.45B). AMD leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs 8.9%. AMD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.05. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
AMD
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
HCA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AMD.
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$506.98
Current Price
$435.19
$71.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 37.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 91.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
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
Trading at 11.8x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMD
The strongest argument for AMD centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 37.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.05 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 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMD
The primary concerns for AMD are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 137.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMD profiles as a growth stock while HCA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMD carries more volatility with a beta of 2.40 — expect wider price swings.
AMD is growing revenue faster at 37.8% — sustainability is the question.
AMD generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (63/100 vs 61/100). 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.
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) is an American multinational semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, that develops computer processors and related technologies for business and consumer markets. AMD's main products include microprocessors, motherboard chipsets, embedded processors and graphics processors for servers, workstations, personal computers and embedded system applications.
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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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