Eversource Energy (ES)vsVistra Energy Corp (VST)
ES
Eversource Energy
$70.70
+2.88%
UTILITIES · Cap: $25.83B
VST
Vistra Energy Corp
$157.84
+2.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $53.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Energy Corp generates 31% more annual revenue ($17.74B vs $13.55B). ES leads profitability with a 12.5% profit margin vs 5.3%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. ES earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ES
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-6.9%
Fair Value
$65.71
Current Price
$70.70
$4.99 premium
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 466.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : ES
The strongest argument for ES centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 13.4% 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 : ES
The primary concerns for ES are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, 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
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
VST is growing revenue faster at 13.6% — sustainability is the question.
ES generates stronger free cash flow (-67M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ES scores higher overall (73/100 vs 53/100) and 13.4% 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.
Eversource Energy
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Eversource Energy is a publicly traded, Fortune 500 energy company headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, and Boston, Massachusetts.
Vistra Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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