Constellation Energy Corp (CEG)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
CEG
Constellation Energy Corp
$303.32
+2.87%
UTILITIES · Cap: $106.82B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$484.02
-0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $108.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Holdings Inc generates 196% more annual revenue ($75.60B vs $25.53B). CEG leads profitability with a 9.1% profit margin vs 9.0%. HCA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CEG
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
HCA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-441.4%
Fair Value
$51.14
Current Price
$303.32
$252.18 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
Large-cap with strong market position
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 48.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CEG
The strongest argument for CEG centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 12.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : CEG
The primary concerns for CEG are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, 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.
CEG is growing revenue faster at 12.9% — sustainability is the question.
HCA generates stronger free cash flow (870M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Constellation Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Constellation Energy Corporation is an energy producer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.
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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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