Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR (ELP)vsSouthern Company (SO)
ELP
Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR
$9.27
-6.27%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.88B
SO
Southern Company
$94.61
+0.67%
UTILITIES · Cap: $105.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 18% more annual revenue ($29.55B vs $24.95B). SO leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 8.8%. SO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.67. SO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
ELP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
SO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-167.2%
Fair Value
$3.47
Current Price
$9.27
$5.80 premium
Margin of Safety
-254.9%
Fair Value
$26.66
Current Price
$94.61
$67.95 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
18.8% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 68.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 22.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELP
The strongest argument for ELP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ELP
The primary concerns for ELP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELP profiles as a growth stock while SO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — expect wider price swings.
ELP is growing revenue faster at 18.8% — sustainability is the question.
ELP generates stronger free cash flow (716M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SO scores higher overall (54/100 vs 48/100) and 10.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL is dedicated to the generation, transmission, distribution and sale of electricity to industrial, residential, commercial, rural and other clients mainly in the state of Paran, Brazil. The company is headquartered in Curitiba, Brazil.
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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