agilon health Inc (AGL)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
AGL
agilon health Inc
$0.43
-2.24%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $176.86M
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$484.02
-0.35%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $108.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Holdings Inc generates 1174% more annual revenue ($75.60B vs $5.93B). HCA leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs -6.6%. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
AGL
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
HCA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AGL.
Margin of Safety
+59.9%
Fair Value
$1326.31
Current Price
$484.02
$842.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 44.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.1% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGL
The strongest argument for AGL centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : HCA
The strongest argument for HCA centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AGL
The primary concerns for AGL are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGL profiles as a turnaround stock while HCA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HCA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
HCA is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
HCA generates stronger free cash flow (870M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 44/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
agilon health Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
agilon health, inc. The company is headquartered in Long Beach, California.
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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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