Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$65.38
-1.31%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.61B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$140.67
-2.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 1515% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $1.19B). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 10.0%. VST trades at a lower P/E of 24.8x. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
KEN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-35.4%
Fair Value
$56.34
Current Price
$65.38
$9.04 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VST.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 93.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 803.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 15.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 93.4% 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 : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.02 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
KEN 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.
KEN is growing revenue faster at 93.4% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KEN scores higher overall (54/100 vs 54/100) and 93.4% 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.
Kenon Holdings
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Kenon Holdings Ltd., is the owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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