NewJersey Resources Corporation (NJR)vsUGI Corporation (UGI)
NJR
NewJersey Resources Corporation
$54.97
-1.13%
UTILITIES · Cap: $5.64B
UGI
UGI Corporation
$35.09
-0.79%
UTILITIES · Cap: $7.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UGI Corporation generates 227% more annual revenue ($7.30B vs $2.23B). NJR leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 9.2%. NJR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.15. NJR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
NJR
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
UGI
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-63.8%
Fair Value
$32.26
Current Price
$54.97
$22.71 premium
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.8% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 4.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NJR
The strongest argument for NJR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 9.1%. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UGI
The strongest argument for UGI centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : NJR
The primary concerns for NJR are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : UGI
The primary concerns for UGI are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NJR profiles as a growth stock while UGI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UGI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
NJR is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
NJR generates stronger free cash flow (25M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NJR scores higher overall (57/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 16.4% margins and 16.8% revenue growth. 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.
NewJersey Resources Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
New Jersey Resources Corporation, an energy services portfolio company, provides regulated gas distribution and retail and wholesale energy services. The company is headquartered in Wall, New Jersey.
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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