DTE Energy Company (DTE)vsSouthern Company (SO)
DTE
DTE Energy Company
$149.16
+2.13%
UTILITIES · Cap: $30.67B
SO
Southern Company
$93.43
+1.61%
UTILITIES · Cap: $106.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 83% more annual revenue ($30.18B vs $16.52B). SO leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 7.7%. DTE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.05. SO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
DTE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-61.8%
Fair Value
$86.34
Current Price
$149.16
$62.82 premium
Margin of Safety
-48.3%
Fair Value
$62.79
Current Price
$93.43
$30.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.8% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
7.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 44.4%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DTE
The strongest argument for DTE centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : DTE
The primary concerns for DTE are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.19 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DTE profiles as a growth stock while SO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DTE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.39 — 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
SO scores higher overall (56/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Visit Website →Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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