NiSource Inc (NI)vsNorthwest Natural Gas Co (NWN)
NI
NiSource Inc
$47.82
+2.03%
UTILITIES · Cap: $22.84B
NWN
Northwest Natural Gas Co
$49.73
+1.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NiSource Inc generates 431% more annual revenue ($6.82B vs $1.29B). NI leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs 9.6%. NWN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.54. NI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
NI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
NWN
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NI.
Margin of Safety
+17.3%
Fair Value
$59.03
Current Price
$49.73
$9.30 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 34.8%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.2%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NI
The strongest argument for NI centers on Operating Margin, Price/Book.
Bull Case : NWN
The strongest argument for NWN centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : NI
The primary concerns for NI are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 1.74 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NWN
The primary concerns for NWN are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.70 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.55 — expect wider price swings.
NI is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
NWN generates stronger free cash flow (2M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 58/100). NWN offers better value entry with a 17.3% margin of safety. 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.
NiSource Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
NiSource Inc. is one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the United States. The company is based in Merrillville, Indiana.
Northwest Natural Gas Co
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Northwest Natural Holding Company, through its subsidiary, Northwest Natural Gas Company, provides regulated natural gas distribution services to residential, commercial, industrial and transportation customers in Oregon and Southwest Washington. The company is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
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