Entergy Corporation (ETR)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
ETR
Entergy Corporation
$112.97
+1.24%
UTILITIES · Cap: $53.45B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$152.05
+2.93%
UTILITIES · Cap: $52.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 33% more annual revenue ($17.74B vs $13.29B). ETR leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs 5.3%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ETR
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-33.1%
Fair Value
$75.27
Current Price
$112.97
$37.70 premium
Margin of Safety
-52.8%
Fair Value
$101.40
Current Price
$152.05
$50.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
1.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 19.6x book value
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETR
The strongest argument for ETR centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 12.0% 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 1.38 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 Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 70.6x 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 (156M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ETR scores higher overall (53/100 vs 53/100) and 12.0% revenue growth. 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 Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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