Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsCompanhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR (ELP)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$66.90
+0.60%
UTILITIES · Cap: $59.94B
ELP
Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR
$9.27
-6.27%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR generates 43% more annual revenue ($24.95B vs $17.45B). D leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 0.1%. D appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.97. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
D
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
ELP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.8%
Fair Value
$48.67
Current Price
$66.90
$18.23 premium
Margin of Safety
+72.6%
Fair Value
$33.78
Current Price
$9.27
$24.51 discount
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 28.7%
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
0.2% revenue growth
0.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.1%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : D
The strongest argument for D centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 28.7%. Revenue growth of 23.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ELP
ELP has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.78 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ELP
The primary concerns for ELP are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while ELP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
D carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
ELP generates stronger free cash flow (716M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (60/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins and 23.1% revenue growth. ELP offers better value entry with a 72.6% 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.
Dominion Energy Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Dominion Energy, Inc., commonly referred to as Dominion, is an American power and energy company headquartered in Richmond, Virginia that supplies electricity in parts of Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina and supplies natural gas to parts of Utah, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Dominion also has generation facilities in Indiana, Illinois, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL is dedicated to the generation, transmission, distribution and sale of electricity to industrial, residential, commercial, rural and other clients mainly in the state of Paran, Brazil. The company is headquartered in Curitiba, Brazil.
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