AXIA Energia (AXIA)vsSouthern Company (SO)
AXIA
AXIA Energia
$10.22
0.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $23.29B
SO
Southern Company
$87.02
-0.17%
UTILITIES · Cap: $100.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AXIA Energia generates 48% more annual revenue ($44.57B vs $30.18B). AXIA leads profitability with a 27.1% profit margin vs 15.4%. SO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.07. AXIA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AXIA
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
SO
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-26.4%
Fair Value
$9.12
Current Price
$10.22
$1.10 premium
Margin of Safety
-40.5%
Fair Value
$62.06
Current Price
$87.02
$24.96 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 43.8%
Earnings expanding 1141.0% YoY
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.6%
Earnings expanding 30.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.1% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AXIA
The strongest argument for AXIA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.1% and operating margin at 43.8%.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 29.6%.
Bear Case : AXIA
The primary concerns for AXIA are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.95 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AXIA profiles as a mature stock while SO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.32 — expect wider price swings.
AXIA is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
AXIA generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AXIA scores higher overall (76/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 27.1% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
AXIA Energia
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Centrais Eltricas Brasileiras S.A. - Eletrobrs, engages in the generation, transmission, and commercialization of electricity in Brazil. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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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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