Bloom Energy Corp (BE)vsPlug Power Inc (PLUG)
BE
Bloom Energy Corp
$150.12
-9.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $42.12B
PLUG
Plug Power Inc
$2.23
-7.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Bloom Energy Corp generates 185% more annual revenue ($2.02B vs $709.92M). BE leads profitability with a -4.4% profit margin vs -229.8%. PLUG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.84. PLUG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 39/100 (F).
BE
Hold35
out of 100
Grade: F
PLUG
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 35.9% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
17.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 54.6x book value
ROE of -12.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -120.5% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BE
The strongest argument for BE centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 35.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLUG
The strongest argument for PLUG centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.84 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BE
The primary concerns for BE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PLUG
The primary concerns for PLUG are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PLUG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BE carries more volatility with a beta of 3.18 — expect wider price swings.
BE is growing revenue faster at 35.9% — sustainability is the question.
BE generates stronger free cash flow (398M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLUG scores higher overall (39/100 vs 35/100) and 17.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Bloom Energy Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Bloom Energy Corporation designs, manufactures and sells solid oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation in the United States, Japan, China, India, and the Republic of Korea. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Plug Power Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Plug Power Inc. provides turnkey hydrogen fuel cell solutions for the stationary power and electric mobility markets in North America and Europe. The company is headquartered in Latham, New York.
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