Community Health Systems Inc (CYH)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
CYH
Community Health Systems Inc
$2.92
-2.01%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $400.63M
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$484.02
-0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $108.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Holdings Inc generates 506% more annual revenue ($75.60B vs $12.48B). HCA leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs 4.1%. HCA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CYH
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
HCA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+86.9%
Fair Value
$25.64
Current Price
$2.92
$22.72 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.1% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CYH
The strongest argument for CYH centers on P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity.
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 : CYH
The primary concerns for CYH are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CYH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.96 — expect wider price swings.
HCA is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
HCA generates stronger free cash flow (870M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 45/100). CYH offers better value entry with a 86.9% margin of safety. 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.
Community Health Systems Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Community Health Systems, Inc. owns, leases and operates general acute care hospitals in the United States. The company is headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee.
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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