Huron Consulting Group Inc (HURN)vsSBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated (SBC)
HURN
Huron Consulting Group Inc
$149.93
+0.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.35B
SBC
SBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated
$4.46
+1.36%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $423.73M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Huron Consulting Group Inc generates 913% more annual revenue ($1.77B vs $175.17M). SBC leads profitability with a 28.0% profit margin vs 6.5%. HURN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. SBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
HURN
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SBC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 75.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
15.7% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Earnings expanding 338.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
6.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HURN
The strongest argument for HURN centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SBC
The strongest argument for SBC centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.0% and operating margin at 38.6%. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HURN
The primary concerns for HURN are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.25 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SBC
The primary concerns for SBC are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HURN profiles as a growth stock while SBC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SBC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
HURN is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
HURN generates stronger free cash flow (120M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBC scores higher overall (72/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 28.0% margins and 13.4% 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.
Huron Consulting Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONSULTING SERVICES · USA
Huron Consulting Group Inc., a professional services firm, provides consulting services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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INDUSTRIALS · CONSULTING SERVICES · USA
SBC Medical Group Holdings, incorporated in Delaware in 2023 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, provides management services to cosmetic treatment centers primarily in Japan, with additional locations in Vietnam and California.
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