Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsVistra Energy Corp (VST)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$93.04
+1.04%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.57B
VST
Vistra Energy Corp
$155.28
-1.62%
UTILITIES · Cap: $52.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Energy Corp generates 1934% more annual revenue ($17.74B vs $871.93M). KEN leads profitability with a 7.6% profit margin vs 5.3%. KEN trades at a lower P/E of 69.1x. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
KEN
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.8%
Fair Value
$54.56
Current Price
$93.04
$38.48 premium
Margin of Safety
-53.8%
Fair Value
$100.71
Current Price
$155.28
$54.57 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 43.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.1% — below average capital efficiency
7.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 93.7%
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.0x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 43.1% 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 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 69.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 71.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEN profiles as a hypergrowth stock while VST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
KEN is growing revenue faster at 43.1% — sustainability is the question.
KEN generates stronger free cash flow (53M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (53/100 vs 40/100) and 13.6% 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.
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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