DTE Energy Company (DTE)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
DTE
DTE Energy Company
$140.60
-0.99%
UTILITIES · Cap: $30.95B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$147.72
-4.05%
UTILITIES · Cap: $52.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 7% more annual revenue ($17.74B vs $16.52B). DTE leads profitability with a 7.7% profit margin vs 5.3%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
DTE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
VST
Buy53
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
Margin of Safety
-53.3%
Fair Value
$101.06
Current Price
$147.72
$46.66 premium
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
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
7.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 44.4%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 19.1x book value
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.38 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 : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 70.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DTE 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.
DTE is growing revenue faster at 15.8% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (-82M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DTE scores higher overall (53/100 vs 53/100) 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 - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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