HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsNasdaq Inc (NDAQ)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$103.79
+0.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $357.59B
NDAQ
Nasdaq Inc
$97.02
-0.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $52.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 1101% more annual revenue ($67.43B vs $5.61B). HSBC leads profitability with a 37.8% profit margin vs 35.0%. HSBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. NDAQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
HSBC
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
NDAQ
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.8%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 25.4% year-over-year
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.2x book value
2.6% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 37.8% and operating margin at 58.8%. Revenue growth of 25.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NDAQ
The strongest argument for NDAQ centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 49.3%. Revenue growth of 14.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NDAQ
The primary concerns for NDAQ are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSBC profiles as a growth stock while NDAQ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NDAQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
HSBC is growing revenue faster at 25.4% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
HSBC scores higher overall (67/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 37.8% margins and 25.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Nasdaq Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Nasdaq, Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation that owns and operates stock exchanges in the United States and Europe. It is headquartered in New York City.
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