Brookfield Renewable Corp (BEPC)vsSouthern Company (SO)
BEPC
Brookfield Renewable Corp
$38.72
-0.28%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.66B
SO
Southern Company
$92.60
-0.17%
UTILITIES · Cap: $102.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 715% more annual revenue ($30.18B vs $3.70B). SO leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs -122.4%. BEPC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.30. SO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
BEPC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BEPC.
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -47.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.6%
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 : BEPC
The strongest argument for BEPC centers on Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : BEPC
The primary concerns for BEPC are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
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
BEPC profiles as a turnaround stock while SO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BEPC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
BEPC generates stronger free cash flow (-189M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SO scores higher overall (56/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Brookfield Renewable Corporation owns and operates a portfolio of renewable energy power generation facilities primarily in North America, Europe, Colombia, and Brazil. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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