HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsMarathon Digital Holdings Inc (MARA)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$90.80
+2.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $311.14B
MARA
Marathon Digital Holdings Inc
$12.32
-11.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 7249% more annual revenue ($63.77B vs $867.82M). HSBC leads profitability with a 35.0% profit margin vs -234.8%. MARA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.10. HSBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
HSBC
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
MARA
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.7%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 86.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.3% revenue growth
2.6% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -91.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 18.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HSBC
The strongest argument for HSBC centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 50.7%. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MARA
The strongest argument for MARA centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 0.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MARA
The primary concerns for MARA are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSBC profiles as a value stock while MARA is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MARA carries more volatility with a beta of 5.38 — expect wider price swings.
HSBC is growing revenue faster at 3.3% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
HSBC scores higher overall (63/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 35.0% margins. Both earn "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.
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
HSBC Holdings plc offers banking and financial products and services globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Marathon Digital Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Marathon Digital Holdings, Inc. is a cryptocurrency mining digital asset technology company with a focus on the blockchain ecosystem and digital asset generation in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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