PNC Financial Services Group Inc (PNC)vsUniversal Health Services Inc (UHS)
PNC
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
$216.85
-1.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $88.06B
UHS
Universal Health Services Inc
$169.96
-0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $10.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PNC Financial Services Group Inc generates 30% more annual revenue ($23.04B vs $17.76B). PNC leads profitability with a 31.3% profit margin vs 8.6%. UHS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.17. PNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
PNC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
UHS
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PNC.
Margin of Safety
+40.6%
Fair Value
$389.40
Current Price
$169.96
$219.44 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PNC
The strongest argument for PNC centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.3% and operating margin at 36.7%. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UHS
The strongest argument for UHS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PNC
The primary concerns for PNC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : UHS
No major red flags identified for UHS, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PNC profiles as a mature stock while UHS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UHS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
PNC is growing revenue faster at 13.8% — sustainability is the question.
PNC generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PNC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 31.3% margins and 13.8% revenue growth. UHS offers better value entry with a 40.6% margin of safety. 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.
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (stylized as PNC) is a bank holding company and financial services corporation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Its banking subsidiary, PNC Bank, operates in 21 states and the District of Columbia with 2,296 branches and 9,051 ATMs. The company also provides financial services such as asset management, wealth management, estate planning, loan servicing, and information processing.
Visit Website →Universal Health Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated is an American for-profit multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Minnetonka, Minnesota. It offers health care products and insurance services.
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