Global Water Resources Inc (GWRS)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
GWRS
Global Water Resources Inc
$8.71
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $257.14M
VST
Vistra Corp.
$148.38
-5.19%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 31860% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $60.11M). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 5.2%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GWRS
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 62.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
Revenue surging 24.8% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.4% — below average capital efficiency
5.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 16.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GWRS
The strongest argument for GWRS centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 24.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : GWRS
The primary concerns for GWRS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 81.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.60 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
GWRS profiles as a growth 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.
GWRS is growing revenue faster at 24.8% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (54/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Global Water Resources Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Global Water Resources, Inc., a water resources management company, owns, operates and manages regulated water, wastewater and recycled water services primarily in the Phoenix, Arizona metropolitan area. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
Vistra Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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