The Allstate Corporation (ALL)vsSouthern Company (SO)
ALL
The Allstate Corporation
$204.71
-1.25%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $53.13B
SO
Southern Company
$94.61
+0.67%
UTILITIES · Cap: $105.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Allstate Corporation generates 129% more annual revenue ($67.68B vs $29.55B). ALL leads profitability with a 15.2% profit margin vs 14.7%. ALL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.45. ALL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
ALL
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
SO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.5%
Fair Value
$1781.21
Current Price
$204.71
$1576.50 discount
Margin of Safety
-254.9%
Fair Value
$26.66
Current Price
$94.61
$67.95 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Earnings expanding 103.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 22.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALL
The strongest argument for ALL centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at 29.0%. PEG of 0.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALL
No major red flags identified for ALL, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALL profiles as a mature stock while SO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 10.1% — sustainability is the question.
ALL generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALL scores higher overall (87/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 15.2% margins. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
The Allstate Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Allstate Corporation is an American insurance company, headquartered in Northfield Township, Illinois.
Visit Website →Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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