Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsH2O America (HTO)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$66.90
+0.60%
UTILITIES · Cap: $59.94B
HTO
H2O America
$56.70
+1.56%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 2038% more annual revenue ($17.45B vs $816.28M). D leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 12.9%. HTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.52. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
D
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
HTO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
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
+14.3%
Fair Value
$60.66
Current Price
$56.70
$3.96 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
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 : HTO
The strongest argument for HTO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
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 : HTO
The primary concerns for HTO are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while HTO 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.
HTO generates stronger free cash flow (-49M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins and 23.1% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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.
H2O America
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
H2O America, provides water utility and other related services in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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