Southern Company (SO)vsTC Energy Corp (TRP)
SO
Southern Company
$91.80
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $103.49B
TRP
TC Energy Corp
$64.75
-0.54%
ENERGY · Cap: $67.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 95% more annual revenue ($30.18B vs $15.48B). TRP leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 14.5%. SO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.66. SO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TRP
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.0%
Fair Value
$73.42
Current Price
$91.80
$18.38 premium
Margin of Safety
-33.9%
Fair Value
$45.51
Current Price
$64.75
$19.24 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Strong operational efficiency at 47.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 8.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TRP
The strongest argument for TRP centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.2% and operating margin at 47.5%.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TRP
The primary concerns for TRP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.23 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SO profiles as a value stock while TRP is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
TRP generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SO scores higher overall (56/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
TC Energy Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
TC Energy Corporation is an energy infrastructure company in North America. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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