Pinnacle West Capital Corp (PNW)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
PNW
Pinnacle West Capital Corp
$93.16
-0.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $11.31B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$140.78
-0.26%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 246% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $5.55B). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 11.5%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. PNW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
PNW
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-24.9%
Fair Value
$76.91
Current Price
$93.16
$16.25 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VST.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.5%
Trading at 15.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PNW
The strongest argument for PNW centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
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 : PNW
The primary concerns for PNW are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
PNW profiles as a value stock while VST is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
PNW is growing revenue faster at 7.1% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PNW scores higher overall (55/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Pinnacle West Capital Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Pinnacle West Capital is a utility holding company that owns Arizona Public Service and Bright Canyon Energy.
Vistra Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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