Avista Corporation (AVA)vsSempra Energy (SRE)
AVA
Avista Corporation
$39.36
+0.64%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.22B
SRE
Sempra Energy
$95.32
+0.34%
UTILITIES · Cap: $62.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sempra Energy generates 598% more annual revenue ($13.70B vs $1.96B). SRE leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs 9.8%. SRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.98. AVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
AVA
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SRE
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.4%
Fair Value
$26.85
Current Price
$39.36
$12.51 premium
Margin of Safety
-387.6%
Fair Value
$18.70
Current Price
$95.32
$76.62 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
2.8% earnings growth
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVA
The strongest argument for AVA centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SRE
The strongest argument for SRE centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : AVA
The primary concerns for AVA are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SRE
The primary concerns for SRE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVA profiles as a value stock while SRE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SRE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
AVA is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
AVA generates stronger free cash flow (-304M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AVA scores higher overall (56/100 vs 52/100). 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.
Avista Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Avista Corporation is a natural gas and electric utility company. The company is headquartered in Spokane, Washington.
Visit Website →Sempra Energy
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Sempra Energy is a North American energy infrastructure company based in San Diego, California. Sempra Energy's focus is on electric and natural gas infrastructure. Its operating companies include: Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) in Southern California; Oncor Electric Delivery Company (Oncor) in Texas; Sempra LNG; and IEnova, based in Mexico.
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