Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsNRG Energy Inc. (NRG)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$19.34
-2.91%
ENERGY · Cap: $68.55B
NRG
NRG Energy Inc.
$138.11
-2.64%
UTILITIES · Cap: $30.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Transfer LP generates 200% more annual revenue ($92.29B vs $30.71B). ET leads profitability with a 4.7% profit margin vs 2.8%. ET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. ET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ET
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
NRG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.7%
Fair Value
$148.16
Current Price
$19.34
$128.82 discount
Margin of Safety
+58.9%
Fair Value
$391.20
Current Price
$138.11
$253.09 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 32.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 42 in profit
Areas to Watch
4.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 3.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ET
The strongest argument for ET centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 32.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NRG
The strongest argument for NRG centers on Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 13.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NRG
The primary concerns for NRG are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 157.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET profiles as a hypergrowth stock while NRG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
ET is growing revenue faster at 32.1% — sustainability is the question.
ET generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ET scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100) and 32.1% revenue growth. NRG offers better value entry with a 58.9% margin of safety. 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.
Energy Transfer LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Energy Transfer LP offers energy related services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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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