Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co (HPE)vsUnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH)
HPE
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co
$53.73
-1.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $63.79B
UNH
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated
$399.47
+0.36%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $373.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated generates 1059% more annual revenue ($449.71B vs $38.79B). HPE leads profitability with a 4.0% profit margin vs 2.7%. HPE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. HPE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
HPE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
UNH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HPE.
Margin of Safety
-26.9%
Fair Value
$321.13
Current Price
$399.47
$78.34 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 40.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Generating 8.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.0% revenue growth
0.7% earnings growth
2.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HPE
The strongest argument for HPE centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 40.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UNH
The strongest argument for UNH centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HPE
The primary concerns for HPE are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 45.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : UNH
The primary concerns for UNH are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HPE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UNH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HPE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
HPE is growing revenue faster at 40.0% — sustainability is the question.
UNH generates stronger free cash flow (8.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HPE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 54/100) and 40.0% revenue growth. 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.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
The Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (HPE) is an American multinational enterprise information technology company based in Houston, Texas, United States.
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated is an American for-profit multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Minnetonka, Minnesota. It offers health care products and insurance services. In 2020, it was the second-largest healthcare company (behind CVS Health) by revenue with $257.1 billion, and the largest insurance company by net premiums. UnitedHealthcare revenues comprise 80% of the Group's overall revenue.
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