Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (BEP)vsSouthern Company (SO)
BEP
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP
$32.08
-3.46%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.70B
SO
Southern Company
$96.70
+3.41%
UTILITIES · Cap: $109.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 361% more annual revenue ($29.55B vs $6.41B). SO leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 0.9%. SO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.66. SO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
BEP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
SO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.7%
Fair Value
$79.57
Current Price
$32.08
$47.49 discount
Margin of Safety
-35.0%
Fair Value
$71.61
Current Price
$96.70
$25.09 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 4511.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.1%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 22.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BEP
The strongest argument for BEP centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BEP
The primary concerns for BEP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 10.1% — sustainability is the question.
BEP generates stronger free cash flow (-1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - RENEWABLE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SO scores higher overall (54/100 vs 48/100) and 10.1% revenue growth. BEP offers better value entry with a 60.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP has a portfolio of renewable energy generation facilities primarily in North America, Colombia, Brazil, Europe, India, and China. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
Southern Company
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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