Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (BAM)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
BAM
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
$49.76
+1.99%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $79.93B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$435.19
+1.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $95.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Holdings Inc generates 1486% more annual revenue ($76.39B vs $4.82B). BAM leads profitability with a 51.6% profit margin vs 8.9%. HCA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. BAM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
BAM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
HCA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BAM.
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
Keeps 52 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 67.9%
Revenue surging 31.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 20.7%
4.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAM
The strongest argument for BAM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 51.6% and operating margin at 67.9%. Revenue growth of 31.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : BAM
The primary concerns for BAM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BAM profiles as a growth stock while HCA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BAM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
BAM is growing revenue faster at 31.1% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BAM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 51.6% margins and 31.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Brookfield Asset Management is a leading global alternative asset manager and one of the largest investors in real assets.
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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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