Eversource Energy (ES)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
ES
Eversource Energy
$68.52
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $26.93B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$148.38
+0.90%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 37% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $14.00B). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 10.3%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. ES earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ES
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.2%
Fair Value
$53.12
Current Price
$68.52
$15.40 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VST.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 16.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ES
The strongest argument for ES centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ES
The primary concerns for ES are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.82 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ES profiles as a value stock while VST is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
ES is growing revenue faster at 2.3% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ES scores higher overall (57/100 vs 54/100). 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.
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 Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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