NiSource Inc (NI)vsOklo Inc. (OKLO)
NI
NiSource Inc
$48.28
+0.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $23.06B
OKLO
Oklo Inc.
$64.98
-5.95%
UTILITIES · Cap: $11.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NI leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. NI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
NI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
OKLO
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-86.6%
Fair Value
$23.93
Current Price
$48.28
$24.35 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OKLO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.0%
19.8% revenue growth
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 29.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NI
The strongest argument for NI centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OKLO
The strongest argument for OKLO centers on Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NI
The primary concerns for NI are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : OKLO
The primary concerns for OKLO are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NI profiles as a growth stock while OKLO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OKLO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
NI is growing revenue faster at 19.8% — sustainability is the question.
OKLO generates stronger free cash flow (-60M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 29/100) and 19.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" 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.
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.
Oklo Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Oklo Inc. designs and develops fission power plants to provide reliable and commercial-scale energy to customers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
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