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CNH Industrial N.V. (CNH)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

HCA Holdings Inc generates 318% more annual revenue ($75.60B vs $18.09B). HCA leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs 2.8%. CNH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.59. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).

CNH

Buy

57

out of 100

Grade: C

Growth: 3.3Profit: 4.0Value: 7.3Quality: 6.3
Piotroski: 3/9Altman Z: 1.54

HCA

Strong Buy

69

out of 100

Grade: B-

Growth: 7.3Profit: 8.0Value: 10.0Quality: 6.0
Piotroski: 5/9Altman Z: 1.71
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

CNHSignificantly Overvalued (-358.8%)

Margin of Safety

-358.8%

Fair Value

$2.79

Current Price

$11.16

$8.37 premium

UndervaluedFair: $2.79Overvalued
HCAUndervalued (+59.9%)

Margin of Safety

+59.9%

Fair Value

$1326.31

Current Price

$484.02

$842.29 discount

UndervaluedFair: $1326.31Overvalued

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

CNH2 strengths · Avg: 8.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.598/10

Growing faster than its price suggests

Price/BookValuation
1.8x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

HCA5 strengths · Avg: 9.0/10
Return on EquityProfitability
136.3%10/10

Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit

Debt/EquityHealth
-8.3310/10

Conservative balance sheet, low leverage

Market CapQuality
$108.62B9/10

Large-cap with strong market position

P/E RatioValuation
17.1x8/10

Attractively priced relative to earnings

EPS GrowthGrowth
44.5%8/10

Earnings expanding 44.5% YoY

Areas to Watch

CNH4 concerns · Avg: 3.5/10
P/E RatioValuation
26.2x4/10

Moderate valuation

Altman Z-ScoreHealth
1.544/10

Distress zone — elevated risk

Return on EquityProfitability
6.5%3/10

ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency

Profit MarginProfitability
2.8%3/10

2.8% margin — thin

HCA1 concerns · Avg: 4.0/10
Altman Z-ScoreHealth
1.714/10

Distress zone — elevated risk

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : CNH

The strongest argument for CNH centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.59 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 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.

Bear Case : CNH

The primary concerns for CNH are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.

Bear Case : HCA

The primary concerns for HCA are Altman Z-Score.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

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.

Monitor FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.

Bottom Line

HCA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 57/100). Both earn "Strong 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.

CNH Industrial N.V.

INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA

CNH Industrial N.V., an equipment and services company, engages in the design, production, marketing, sale, and financing of agricultural and construction equipment in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, South America, and the Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Basildon, the United Kingdom.

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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