Emera Incorporated (EMA)vsNRG Energy Inc. (NRG)
EMA
Emera Incorporated
$51.76
+0.56%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.80B
NRG
NRG Energy Inc.
$133.36
+1.43%
UTILITIES · Cap: $26.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NRG Energy Inc. generates 263% more annual revenue ($32.38B vs $8.91B). EMA leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 0.7%. NRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. EMA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
EMA
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
NRG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
19.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMA
The strongest argument for EMA centers on Operating Margin, Price/Book.
Bull Case : NRG
The strongest argument for NRG centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EMA
The primary concerns for EMA are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NRG
The primary concerns for NRG are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 136.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 4.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMA profiles as a value stock while NRG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
NRG is growing revenue faster at 19.5% — sustainability is the question.
EMA generates stronger free cash flow (-104M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EMA scores higher overall (60/100 vs 51/100). 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.
Emera Incorporated
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Emera Incorporated, an energy and services company, invests in generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity in the United States, Canada, Barbados, and the Bahamas. The company is headquartered in Halifax, Canada.
NRG Energy Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
NRG Energy, Inc. is a large American energy company, headquartered in Houston, Texas. It was formerly the wholesale arm of Northern States Power Company (NSP), which became Xcel Energy, but became independent in 2000. NRG Energy is involved in energy generation and retail electricity.
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