AXIA Energia (AXIA)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
AXIA
AXIA Energia
$10.22
0.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $23.29B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$148.38
-5.19%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AXIA Energia generates 132% more annual revenue ($44.57B vs $19.21B). AXIA leads profitability with a 27.1% profit margin vs 11.6%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. AXIA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AXIA
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-26.4%
Fair Value
$9.12
Current Price
$10.22
$1.10 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VST.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
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 : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AXIA
The primary concerns for AXIA are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AXIA profiles as a mature stock while VST is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — 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 54/100), backed by strong 27.1% margins. 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 - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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