Ameren Corp (AEE)vsDominion Energy Inc (D)
AEE
Ameren Corp
$104.90
-0.05%
UTILITIES · Cap: $29.05B
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$64.36
-1.06%
UTILITIES · Cap: $56.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 115% more annual revenue ($18.12B vs $8.41B). AEE leads profitability with a 18.6% profit margin vs 14.0%. D appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.59. AEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
AEE
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
D
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AEE.
Margin of Safety
-27.2%
Fair Value
$50.81
Current Price
$64.36
$13.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.2%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.2%
17.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.2%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 58.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEE
The strongest argument for AEE centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.6% and operating margin at 25.2%.
Bull Case : D
The strongest argument for D centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AEE
The primary concerns for AEE are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.85 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEE profiles as a declining stock while D is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
D carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
AEE generates stronger free cash flow (-287M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AEE scores higher overall (60/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 18.6% margins. 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.
Ameren Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Ameren Corporation is an American power company created December 31, 1997, by the merger of St. Louis, Missouri's Union Electric Company (formerly NYSE: UEP) and the neighboring Central Illinois Public Service Company (CIPSCO Inc. holding, formerly NYSE: CIP) of Springfield, Illinois. It is now a holding company for several power companies and energy companies.
Dominion Energy Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Dominion Energy, Inc., commonly referred to as Dominion, is an American power and energy company headquartered in Richmond, Virginia that supplies electricity in parts of Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina and supplies natural gas to parts of Utah, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Dominion also has generation facilities in Indiana, Illinois, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
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