Citigroup Inc. (C)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
C
Citigroup Inc.
$113.74
+1.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $191.59B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$484.02
-0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $108.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Citigroup Inc. generates 0% more annual revenue ($75.72B vs $75.60B). C leads profitability with a 18.9% profit margin vs 9.0%. C appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
C
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
HCA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-130.5%
Fair Value
$47.53
Current Price
$113.74
$66.21 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Generating 2.0B 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
4.4% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 10.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : C
The strongest argument for C centers on Price/Book, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 25.7%. PEG of 0.80 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 : C
The primary concerns for C are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
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.
C generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 65/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Citigroup Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Citigroup Inc. is an American multinational investment bank and financial services corporation headquartered in New York City. The company was formed by the merger of banking giant Citicorp and financial conglomerate Travelers Group in 1998; Travelers was subsequently spun off from the company in 2002. Citigroup owns Citicorp, the holding company for Citibank, as well as several international subsidiaries. Citigroup is incorporated in Delaware.
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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