DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc (DVA)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
DVA
DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc
$154.08
+1.60%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.00B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$427.18
-1.36%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $94.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Holdings Inc generates 460% more annual revenue ($76.39B vs $13.64B). HCA leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 5.5%. DVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.56. DVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
DVA
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
HCA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.5%
Fair Value
$250.86
Current Price
$154.08
$96.78 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$506.98
Current Price
$427.18
$79.80 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
5.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DVA
The strongest argument for DVA centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.56 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 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DVA
The primary concerns for DVA are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HCA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
DVA is growing revenue faster at 9.9% — sustainability is the question.
HCA generates stronger free cash flow (895M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DVA scores higher overall (66/100 vs 63/100). 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.
DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
DaVita Inc. provides kidney dialysis services through a network of outpatient dialysis centers in the United States.
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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