Public Service Enterprise Group Inc (PEG)vsVistra Energy Corp (VST)
PEG
Public Service Enterprise Group Inc
$81.66
+2.60%
UTILITIES · Cap: $39.73B
VST
Vistra Energy Corp
$157.84
+2.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $53.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Energy Corp generates 46% more annual revenue ($17.74B vs $12.17B). PEG leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 5.3%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. PEG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
PEG
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.1%
Fair Value
$56.80
Current Price
$81.66
$24.86 premium
Margin of Safety
-54.4%
Fair Value
$100.34
Current Price
$157.84
$57.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.3% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PEG
The strongest argument for PEG centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 18.1%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PEG
The primary concerns for PEG are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 72.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PEG profiles as a growth stock while VST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
PEG is growing revenue faster at 18.3% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (-82M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEG scores higher overall (64/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins and 18.3% revenue growth. 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.
Public Service Enterprise Group Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
The Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) is a publicly traded diversified energy company headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
Vistra Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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