HCA Holdings Inc (HCA)vsT-Mobile US Inc (TMUS)
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$484.02
-0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $108.62B
TMUS
T-Mobile US Inc
$211.36
+0.05%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $236.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
T-Mobile US Inc generates 17% more annual revenue ($88.31B vs $75.60B). TMUS leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 9.0%. TMUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
HCA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
TMUS
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
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
-235.8%
Fair Value
$66.10
Current Price
$211.36
$145.26 premium
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 4.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 26.6%
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 : TMUS
The strongest argument for TMUS centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TMUS
The primary concerns for TMUS are Debt/Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HCA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
TMUS is growing revenue faster at 11.3% — sustainability is the question.
TMUS generates stronger free cash flow (4.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 60/100). 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.
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.
Visit Website →T-Mobile US Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
T-Mobile US, Inc., doing business under the global brand name T-Mobile, is an American wireless network operator. Its headquarters are located in Bellevue, Washington, in the Seattle metropolitan area and Overland Park, Kansas, in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
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