Consolidated Edison Inc (ED)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
ED
Consolidated Edison Inc
$110.03
+0.14%
UTILITIES · Cap: $39.70B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$84.29
+2.38%
UTILITIES · Cap: $81.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 3% more annual revenue ($17.48B vs $16.92B). NGG leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 12.0%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. ED earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
ED
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
NGG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-186.5%
Fair Value
$38.35
Current Price
$110.03
$71.68 premium
Margin of Safety
-235.0%
Fair Value
$27.06
Current Price
$84.29
$57.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 8.3%
Trading at 8.4x book value
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 11.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ED
The strongest argument for ED centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
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 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ED
The primary concerns for ED are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ED profiles as a value stock while NGG is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — expect wider price swings.
ED is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
ED generates stronger free cash flow (176M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ED scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Consolidated Edison Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Consolidated Edison, Inc., commonly known as Con Edison (stylized as conEdison) or ConEd, is one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the United States, with approximately $12 billion in annual revenues as of 2017, and over $48 billion in assets. The company provides a wide range of energy-related products and services to its customers through its subsidiaries.
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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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