BlackRock Inc (BLK)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
BLK
BlackRock Inc
$1,084.83
+1.60%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $165.75B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$435.19
+1.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $95.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Holdings Inc generates 198% more annual revenue ($76.39B vs $25.64B). BLK leads profitability with a 24.4% profit margin vs 8.9%. HCA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. BLK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
BLK
Strong Buy78
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 BLK.
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
Strong operational efficiency at 35.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 27.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 45.9% YoY
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
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
4.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BLK
The strongest argument for BLK centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.4% and operating margin at 35.6%. Revenue growth of 27.0% 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 : BLK
The primary concerns for BLK are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BLK profiles as a growth stock while HCA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BLK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
BLK is growing revenue faster at 27.0% — sustainability is the question.
HCA generates stronger free cash flow (895M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BLK scores higher overall (78/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 24.4% margins and 27.0% 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.
BlackRock Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
BlackRock, Inc. is an American multinational investment management corporation based in New York City.
HCA Holdings 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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