BP PLC ADR (BP)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
BP
BP PLC ADR
$44.79
+2.80%
ENERGY · Cap: $114.71B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$484.02
-0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $108.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BP PLC ADR generates 148% more annual revenue ($187.64B vs $75.60B). HCA leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. BP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.18. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
BP
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
HCA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4001.1%
Fair Value
$0.94
Current Price
$44.79
$43.85 premium
Margin of Safety
+59.9%
Fair Value
$1326.31
Current Price
$484.02
$842.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 4.1B 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
Earnings expanding 44.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.0x book value
3.6% revenue growth
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BP
The strongest argument for BP centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.18 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 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BP
The primary concerns for BP are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 2239.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HCA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
HCA is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
BP generates stronger free cash flow (4.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS INTEGRATED industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 54/100). 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.
BP PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
BP plc participates in the energy business globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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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