DTE Energy Company (DTE)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
DTE
DTE Energy Company
$140.60
-0.99%
UTILITIES · Cap: $30.95B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$85.91
-2.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $88.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 6% more annual revenue ($17.48B vs $16.52B). NGG leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 7.7%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. DTE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
DTE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
NGG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-18.4%
Fair Value
$118.02
Current Price
$140.60
$22.58 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NGG.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.8% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
7.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 44.4%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 8.6x book value
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 11.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DTE
The strongest argument for DTE centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 24.1%. PEG of 1.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DTE
The primary concerns for DTE are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DTE profiles as a growth stock while NGG is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
DTE is growing revenue faster at 15.8% — sustainability is the question.
DTE generates stronger free cash flow (-321M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DTE scores higher overall (53/100 vs 50/100) and 15.8% 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.
DTE Energy Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
DTE Energy (formerly Detroit Edison until 1996) is a Detroit-based diversified energy company involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services in the United States and Canada.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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