Public Service Enterprise Group Inc (PEG)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
PEG
Public Service Enterprise Group Inc
$72.39
-0.12%
UTILITIES · Cap: $36.89B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$148.38
-5.19%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 53% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $12.54B). PEG leads profitability with a 16.0% profit margin vs 11.6%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
PEG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-70.1%
Fair Value
$49.46
Current Price
$72.39
$22.93 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VST.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.9%
Earnings declined 42.7%
Trading at 16.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PEG
The strongest argument for PEG centers on Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.0% and operating margin at 18.9%.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PEG
The primary concerns for PEG are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
VST is growing revenue faster at -5.5% — sustainability is the question.
PEG generates stronger free cash flow (498M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (54/100 vs 50/100). 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 Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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