Accenture plc (ACN)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
ACN
Accenture plc
$180.42
+0.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $111.04B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$435.19
+1.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $95.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Holdings Inc generates 6% more annual revenue ($76.39B vs $72.11B). ACN leads profitability with a 10.6% profit margin vs 8.9%. ACN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ACN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
HCA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.7%
Fair Value
$280.38
Current Price
$180.42
$99.96 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$506.98
Current Price
$435.19
$71.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.7B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
4.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
4.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACN
The strongest argument for ACN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HCA
The strongest argument for HCA centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ACN
The primary concerns for ACN are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HCA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
ACN is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
ACN generates stronger free cash flow (3.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (63/100 vs 62/100). ACN offers better value entry with a 35.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "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.
Accenture plc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Accenture plc is an Irish-domiciled multinational company that provides consulting and processing services. It has been incorporated in Dublin, Ireland since 2009.
HCA Holdings Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
HCA Healthcare is an American for-profit operator of health care facilities that was founded in 1968. It is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and, as of May 2020, owns and operates 186 hospitals and approximately 2,000 sites of care, including surgery centers, freestanding emergency rooms, urgent care centers and physician clinics in 21 states and the United Kingdom.
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