Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc (AVAH)vsHCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)
AVAH
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc
$12.41
+0.24%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $2.93B
HCA
HCA Healthcare, Inc.
$435.61
+2.86%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $94.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HCA Healthcare, Inc. generates 2897% more annual revenue ($78.01B vs $2.60B). AVAH leads profitability with a 10.6% profit margin vs 8.8%. AVAH trades at a lower P/E of 10.7x. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
AVAH
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
HCA
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-70.9%
Fair Value
$4.67
Current Price
$12.41
$7.74 premium
Margin of Safety
-76.3%
Fair Value
$301.38
Current Price
$435.61
$134.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Earnings expanding 38.5% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.4x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVAH
The strongest argument for AVAH centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HCA
The strongest argument for HCA centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVAH
The primary concerns for AVAH are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.24 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVAH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.97 — expect wider price swings.
AVAH is growing revenue faster at 13.7% — sustainability is the question.
HCA generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (65/100 vs 61/100). 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.
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc., a diversified home care platform company, offers private duty nursing (PDN) services, adult home health and palliative care, pediatric home therapy, and enteral nutrition services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
HCA Healthcare, 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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