Entergy Corporation (ETR)vsVistra Energy Corp (VST)
ETR
Entergy Corporation
$109.88
+6.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.77B
VST
Vistra Energy Corp
$155.48
+2.09%
UTILITIES · Cap: $52.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Energy Corp generates 37% more annual revenue ($17.74B vs $12.95B). ETR leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs 5.3%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. ETR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
ETR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-276.8%
Fair Value
$26.59
Current Price
$109.88
$83.29 premium
Margin of Safety
-980.6%
Fair Value
$14.82
Current Price
$155.48
$140.66 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 20.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETR
The strongest argument for ETR centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ETR
The primary concerns for ETR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 71.3x 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 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
VST is growing revenue faster at 13.6% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (-82M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ETR scores higher overall (54/100 vs 53/100). 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.
Entergy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Entergy Corporation is a Fortune 500 integrated energy company engaged primarily in electric power production and retail distribution operations in the Deep South of the United States.
Vistra Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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