HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsUnum Group (UNM)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$86.61
+0.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $294.15B
UNM
Unum Group
$90.25
+1.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $14.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 405% more annual revenue ($67.44B vs $13.35B). HSBC leads profitability with a 41.2% profit margin vs 5.3%. HSBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. HSBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
HSBC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
UNM
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.4%
Earnings expanding 56.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.3% revenue growth
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HSBC
The strongest argument for HSBC centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.2% and operating margin at 50.4%. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UNM
The strongest argument for UNM centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : UNM
The primary concerns for UNM are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSBC profiles as a mature stock while UNM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HSBC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
HSBC is growing revenue faster at 6.0% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
HSBC scores higher overall (73/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 41.2% margins. 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.
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
HSBC Holdings plc offers banking and financial products and services globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Unum Group
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - LIFE · USA
Unum Group is a Chattanooga, Tennessee-based Fortune 500 insurance company formerly known as UnumProvident.
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