Dell Technologies Inc (DELL)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
DELL
Dell Technologies Inc
$211.64
+0.70%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $136.65B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$427.18
-1.36%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $94.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dell Technologies Inc generates 49% more annual revenue ($113.54B vs $76.39B). HCA leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 5.2%. DELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. DELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
DELL
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
HCA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+80.8%
Fair Value
$644.85
Current Price
$211.64
$433.21 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$506.98
Current Price
$427.18
$79.80 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.2% margin — thin
4.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DELL
The strongest argument for DELL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.87 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 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DELL
The primary concerns for DELL are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DELL profiles as a hypergrowth stock while HCA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HCA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
DELL is growing revenue faster at 39.5% — sustainability is the question.
DELL generates stronger free cash flow (4.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DELL scores higher overall (75/100 vs 63/100) and 39.5% revenue growth. 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.
Dell Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports information technology solutions, products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.
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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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