Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELPC)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
ELPC
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL
$10.96
-3.09%
UTILITIES · Cap: $10.37B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$82.22
+2.41%
UTILITIES · Cap: $81.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL generates 58% more annual revenue ($27.99B vs $17.69B). NGG leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 11.4%. ELPC trades at a lower P/E of 17.3x. ELPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ELPC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
NGG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-57.3%
Fair Value
$6.98
Current Price
$10.96
$3.98 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NGG.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 50.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 9.4x 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 EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 11.1% 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 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ELPC
The primary concerns for ELPC are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NGG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
ELPC is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
ELPC generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ELPC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 62/100) and 11.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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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