AXIA Energia (AXIA)vsSouthern Company (SO)
AXIA
AXIA Energia
$9.80
-1.80%
UTILITIES · Cap: $22.11B
SO
Southern Company
$92.60
-0.19%
UTILITIES · Cap: $102.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AXIA Energia generates 44% more annual revenue ($43.58B vs $30.18B). AXIA leads profitability with a 21.9% profit margin vs 14.5%. SO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.53. AXIA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AXIA
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-11.9%
Fair Value
$10.30
Current Price
$9.80
$0.50 premium
Margin of Safety
-47.7%
Fair Value
$62.70
Current Price
$92.60
$29.90 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 43.5%
Earnings expanding 1141.0% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 22.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 21.9% and operating margin at 43.5%. Revenue growth of 22.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : AXIA
The primary concerns for AXIA are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AXIA profiles as a growth stock while SO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.36 — expect wider price swings.
AXIA is growing revenue faster at 22.1% — sustainability is the question.
AXIA generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AXIA scores higher overall (78/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 21.9% margins and 22.1% revenue growth. 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.
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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