HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsWhite Mountains Insurance Group Ltd (WTM)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$91.86
+2.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $318.28B
WTM
White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd
$2,206.00
-2.55%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 1593% more annual revenue ($63.22B vs $3.73B). HSBC leads profitability with a 35.2% profit margin vs 29.6%. WTM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.81. WTM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
HSBC
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
WTM
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
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 55.2%
Revenue surging 58.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 2398.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 64.3%
Revenue surging 348.0% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 36.6%
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 35.2% and operating margin at 55.2%. Revenue growth of 58.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WTM
The strongest argument for WTM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.6% and operating margin at 64.3%. Revenue growth of 348.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WTM
The primary concerns for WTM are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSBC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.56 — expect wider price swings.
WTM is growing revenue faster at 348.0% — sustainability is the question.
HSBC generates stronger free cash flow (9.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WTM scores higher overall (82/100 vs 77/100), backed by strong 29.6% margins and 348.0% revenue growth. 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.
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.
White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd., provides insurance services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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