Ameren Corp (AEE)vsDominion Energy Inc (D)
AEE
Ameren Corp
$106.06
-3.19%
UTILITIES · Cap: $29.32B
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$59.38
-2.69%
UTILITIES · Cap: $52.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 95% more annual revenue ($16.51B vs $8.47B). D leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 17.2%. D appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.63. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AEE
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
D
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.9%
Fair Value
$203.30
Current Price
$106.06
$97.24 discount
Margin of Safety
+60.2%
Fair Value
$162.40
Current Price
$59.38
$103.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Earnings expanding 365.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEE
The strongest argument for AEE centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 24.6%.
Bull Case : D
The strongest argument for D centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 22.0%. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AEE
The primary concerns for AEE are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
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 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
AEE generates stronger free cash flow (-80M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (73/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins and 20.4% revenue growth. AEE offers better value entry with a 47.9% margin of safety. 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.
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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