Middlesex Water Company (MSEX)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
MSEX
Middlesex Water Company
$57.63
+1.37%
UTILITIES · Cap: $1.05B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$80.42
-0.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $82.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 8783% more annual revenue ($17.69B vs $199.11M). MSEX leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs 18.3%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.04. NGG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
MSEX
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
NGG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-24.2%
Fair Value
$41.63
Current Price
$57.63
$16.00 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NGG.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.3%
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 9.3x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MSEX
The strongest argument for MSEX centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 29.3%.
Bull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 32.6%. PEG of 1.04 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MSEX
The primary concerns for MSEX are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSEX profiles as a mature stock while NGG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MSEX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
MSEX is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
MSEX generates stronger free cash flow (-9M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NGG scores higher overall (63/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins. 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.
Middlesex Water Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Middlesex Water Company owns and operates regulated water and wastewater utility systems. The company is headquartered in Iselin, New Jersey.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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