Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELPC)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
ELPC
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL
$11.21
-2.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $8.62B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$81.86
-0.33%
UTILITIES · Cap: $80.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL generates 54% more annual revenue ($27.29B vs $17.69B). NGG leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 9.9%. ELPC trades at a lower P/E of 16.6x. NGG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ELPC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
NGG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
4.1% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 8.2x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELPC
The strongest argument for ELPC centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 32.6%. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ELPC
The primary concerns for ELPC are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELPC profiles as a growth stock while NGG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
ELPC is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
ELPC generates stronger free cash flow (521M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NGG scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins. 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.
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL engages in the generation, transformation, distribution, and sale of electricity to industrial, residential, commercial, rural, and other customers in Brazil.
National Grid PLC ADR
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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