Constellation Energy Corp (CEG)vsChesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK)
CEG
Constellation Energy Corp
$313.00
+5.39%
UTILITIES · Cap: $107.60B
CPK
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
$125.13
-1.84%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Constellation Energy Corp generates 2645% more annual revenue ($25.53B vs $930.00M). CPK leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs 9.1%. CPK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.31. CPK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CEG
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
CPK
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-45.6%
Fair Value
$190.13
Current Price
$313.00
$122.87 premium
Margin of Safety
-13.6%
Fair Value
$114.77
Current Price
$125.13
$10.36 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.5%
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 21.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 48.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CEG
The strongest argument for CEG centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 12.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CPK
The strongest argument for CPK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 28.5%. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CEG
The primary concerns for CEG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : CPK
The primary concerns for CPK are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CEG profiles as a value stock while CPK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CEG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
CPK is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
CPK generates stronger free cash flow (-179M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CPK scores higher overall (69/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins and 20.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Constellation Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Constellation Energy Corporation is an energy producer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a power supply company. The company is headquartered in Dover, Delaware.
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