HCA Holdings Inc (HCA)vsTrip.com Group Ltd ADR (TCOM)
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$484.02
-0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $108.62B
TCOM
Trip.com Group Ltd ADR
$51.34
+0.31%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $33.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Holdings Inc generates 21% more annual revenue ($75.60B vs $62.41B). TCOM leads profitability with a 53.3% profit margin vs 9.0%. HCA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. TCOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
HCA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
TCOM
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.9%
Fair Value
$1326.31
Current Price
$484.02
$842.29 discount
Margin of Safety
+82.1%
Fair Value
$323.86
Current Price
$51.34
$272.52 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 53 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 97.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : TCOM
The strongest argument for TCOM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 53.3% and operating margin at 16.5%. Revenue growth of 20.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TCOM
The primary concerns for TCOM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HCA profiles as a value stock while TCOM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HCA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
TCOM is growing revenue faster at 20.8% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TCOM scores higher overall (81/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 53.3% margins and 20.8% revenue growth. HCA offers better value entry with a 59.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · China
Trip.com Group Limited is a travel service provider for accommodation booking, transportation ticketing, destination and package tours, corporate travel management and other travel-related services in China and internationally. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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