Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc (HE)vsVistra Energy Corp (VST)
HE
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc
$14.93
-2.03%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.58B
VST
Vistra Energy Corp
$157.84
+2.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $53.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Energy Corp generates 475% more annual revenue ($17.74B vs $3.09B). VST leads profitability with a 5.3% profit margin vs 4.0%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
HE
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.0%
Fair Value
$31.28
Current Price
$14.93
$16.35 discount
Margin of Safety
-54.4%
Fair Value
$100.34
Current Price
$157.84
$57.50 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
0.8% revenue growth
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HE
The strongest argument for HE 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 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HE
The primary concerns for HE are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 72.4x 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 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
VST is growing revenue faster at 13.6% — sustainability is the question.
HE generates stronger free cash flow (21M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (53/100 vs 48/100) and 13.6% revenue growth. HE offers better value entry with a 47.0% margin of safety. 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.
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. is engaged in the renewable / sustainable infrastructure, banking and electricity utility investment businesses in the State of Hawaii. The company is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Vistra Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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