Clearway Energy Inc Class C (CWEN)vsVistra Energy Corp (VST)
CWEN
Clearway Energy Inc Class C
$38.14
-0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $9.16B
VST
Vistra Energy Corp
$153.95
-2.74%
UTILITIES · Cap: $52.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Energy Corp generates 1141% more annual revenue ($17.74B vs $1.43B). CWEN leads profitability with a 11.8% profit margin vs 5.3%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
CWEN
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2.2%
Fair Value
$39.19
Current Price
$38.14
$1.05 premium
Margin of Safety
-53.3%
Fair Value
$101.06
Current Price
$153.95
$52.89 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 556.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 19.9x book value
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWEN
The strongest argument for CWEN centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CWEN
The primary concerns for CWEN are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 71.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWEN profiles as a growth stock while VST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
CWEN is growing revenue faster at 21.1% — sustainability is the question.
CWEN generates stronger free cash flow (71M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (53/100 vs 47/100) and 13.6% revenue growth. 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.
Clearway Energy Inc Class C
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Clearway Energy, Inc., participates in the renewable energy businesses in the United States.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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