Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S.A. - Eletrobrás (EBR-B)vsNRG Energy Inc. (NRG)
EBR-B
Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S.A. - Eletrobrás
$11.68
0.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $24.82B
NRG
NRG Energy Inc.
$155.58
+4.41%
UTILITIES · Cap: $31.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S.A. - Eletrobrás generates 39% more annual revenue ($42.64B vs $30.71B). NRG leads profitability with a 2.8% profit margin vs -14.1%. EBR-B trades at a lower P/E of 21.6x. NRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
EBR-B
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
NRG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EBR-B.
Margin of Safety
+59.0%
Fair Value
$391.91
Current Price
$155.58
$236.33 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.7B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 42 in profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of -5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.4%
Earnings declined 0.2%
Currently unprofitable
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EBR-B
The strongest argument for EBR-B centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : NRG
The strongest argument for NRG centers on Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 13.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EBR-B
The primary concerns for EBR-B are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NRG
The primary concerns for NRG are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EBR-B profiles as a turnaround stock while NRG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
NRG is growing revenue faster at 13.7% — sustainability is the question.
EBR-B generates stronger free cash flow (3.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NRG scores higher overall (54/100 vs 31/100) and 13.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S.A. - Eletrobrás
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Centrais Eltricas Brasileiras SA - Eletrobras, is dedicated to the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical energy in Brazil. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
NRG Energy Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
NRG Energy, Inc. is a large American energy company, headquartered in Houston, Texas. It was formerly the wholesale arm of Northern States Power Company (NSP), which became Xcel Energy, but became independent in 2000. NRG Energy is involved in energy generation and retail electricity.
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