Genie Energy Ltd (GNE)vsNRG Energy Inc. (NRG)
GNE
Genie Energy Ltd
$13.50
-3.85%
UTILITIES · Cap: $368.60M
NRG
NRG Energy Inc.
$133.36
+3.93%
UTILITIES · Cap: $26.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NRG Energy Inc. generates 6281% more annual revenue ($32.38B vs $507.48M). GNE leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs 0.7%. GNE trades at a lower P/E of 18.1x. NRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
GNE
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
NRG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.0%
Fair Value
$14.21
Current Price
$13.50
$0.71 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NRG.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
19.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
4.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GNE
The strongest argument for GNE centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : NRG
The strongest argument for NRG centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GNE
The primary concerns for GNE are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NRG
The primary concerns for NRG are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 136.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 4.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GNE profiles as a value stock while NRG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
NRG is growing revenue faster at 19.5% — sustainability is the question.
GNE generates stronger free cash flow (-7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NRG scores higher overall (51/100 vs 39/100) and 19.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Genie Energy Ltd
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Genie Energy Ltd. supplies electricity and natural gas to residential and small business customers in the United States, Europe and Asia. The company is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
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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