Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP (BIP)vsSempra Energy (SRE)
BIP
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP
$36.88
+1.26%
UTILITIES · Cap: $29.40B
SRE
Sempra Energy
$83.34
-0.79%
UTILITIES · Cap: $54.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP generates 85% more annual revenue ($25.06B vs $13.55B). SRE leads profitability with a 16.8% profit margin vs 1.3%. SRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.70. SRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
BIP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SRE
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BIP.
Margin of Safety
-36.8%
Fair Value
$60.93
Current Price
$83.34
$22.41 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 107.3% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 22.8%
19.4% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 71.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.3% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 0.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BIP
The strongest argument for BIP centers on EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SRE
The strongest argument for SRE centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.8% and operating margin at 28.3%. PEG of 0.70 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BIP
The primary concerns for BIP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 59.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 12.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SRE
The primary concerns for SRE are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BIP profiles as a growth stock while SRE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BIP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
BIP is growing revenue faster at 19.4% — sustainability is the question.
BIP generates stronger free cash flow (269M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SRE scores higher overall (68/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 16.8% 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.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP owns and operates utilities, transportation, midstream and data companies in North and South America, Europe and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
Visit Website →Sempra Energy
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Sempra Energy is a North American energy infrastructure company based in San Diego, California. Sempra Energy's focus is on electric and natural gas infrastructure. Its operating companies include: Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) in Southern California; Oncor Electric Delivery Company (Oncor) in Texas; Sempra LNG; and IEnova, based in Mexico.
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