Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsWPP PLC ADR (WPP)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$81.36
+1.74%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.06B
WPP
WPP PLC ADR
$15.50
+1.64%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WPP PLC ADR generates 1650% more annual revenue ($13.55B vs $774.30M). KEN leads profitability with a 63.8% profit margin vs -1.6%. KEN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
KEN
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
WPP
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 95.6%
Operating margin of -1.0%
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.8% and operating margin at -1.0%.
Bull Case : WPP
The strongest argument for WPP centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : WPP
The primary concerns for WPP are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEN profiles as a mature stock while WPP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
KEN is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
WPP generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KEN scores higher overall (44/100 vs 35/100), backed by strong 63.8% margins. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" 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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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
WPP plc, a creative transformation company, provides communications, expertise, trade and technology services in North America, the UK, Western Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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