NiSource Inc (NI)vsUGI Corporation (UGI)
NI
NiSource Inc
$42.37
-0.31%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.38B
UGI
UGI Corporation
$35.09
-0.79%
UTILITIES · Cap: $7.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UGI Corporation generates 6% more annual revenue ($7.30B vs $6.88B). NI leads profitability with a 13.2% profit margin vs 9.2%. NI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.38. NI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
NI
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
UGI
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NI.
Margin of Safety
-13.6%
Fair Value
$33.57
Current Price
$35.09
$1.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 58.4%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 4.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NI
The strongest argument for NI centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : UGI
The strongest argument for UGI centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : NI
The primary concerns for NI are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.83 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UGI
The primary concerns for UGI are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UGI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
NI is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
UGI generates stronger free cash flow (-149M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NI scores higher overall (50/100 vs 48/100). 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.
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.
UGI Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
UGI Corporation distributes, stores, transports, and markets energy products and related services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
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