National Grid PLC ADR (NGG)vsOrmat Technologies Inc (ORA)
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$89.54
+4.14%
UTILITIES · Cap: $85.52B
ORA
Ormat Technologies Inc
$113.54
-1.18%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 1667% more annual revenue ($17.48B vs $989.54M). NGG leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 12.5%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. NGG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
NGG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
ORA
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.0x book value
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 11.3%
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 24.1%. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ORA
The strongest argument for ORA centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ORA
The primary concerns for ORA are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 54.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NGG profiles as a declining stock while ORA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ORA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
ORA is growing revenue faster at 19.6% — sustainability is the question.
ORA generates stronger free cash flow (-40M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NGG scores higher overall (50/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 16.4% margins. 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.
National Grid PLC ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Visit Website →Ormat Technologies Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Ormat Technologies, Inc. is engaged in the geothermal and recovered energy business in the United States, Indonesia, Kenya, Turkey, Chile, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Ethiopia, New Zealand, Honduras and internationally. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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