Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELPC)vsVistra Energy Corp (VST)
ELPC
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL
$12.47
-3.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $9.26B
VST
Vistra Energy Corp
$157.84
+2.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $53.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL generates 47% more annual revenue ($26.12B vs $17.74B). ELPC leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 5.3%. ELPC trades at a lower P/E of 17.3x. ELPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ELPC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.5%
Fair Value
$95.32
Current Price
$12.47
$82.85 discount
Margin of Safety
-54.4%
Fair Value
$100.34
Current Price
$157.84
$57.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 88.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
19.4% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELPC
The strongest argument for ELPC centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ELPC
The primary concerns for ELPC are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 72.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELPC profiles as a growth stock while VST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
ELPC is growing revenue faster at 19.4% — sustainability is the question.
ELPC generates stronger free cash flow (486M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ELPC scores higher overall (60/100 vs 53/100) and 19.4% revenue growth. 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.
Vistra Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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