Spire Inc (SR)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
SR
Spire Inc
$80.20
-1.56%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.82B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$148.38
-5.19%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 620% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $2.67B). SR leads profitability with a 20.6% profit margin vs 11.6%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. SR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
SR
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1138.0% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
19.2% revenue growth
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 16.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SR
The strongest argument for SR centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 7.1%. Revenue growth of 19.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : SR
The primary concerns for SR are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.03 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
SR profiles as a growth 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.
SR is growing revenue faster at 19.2% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SR scores higher overall (68/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 20.6% margins and 19.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Spire Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Spire Inc. engages in the purchase, retail distribution, and sale of natural gas to residential, commercial, industrial, and other end-users of natural gas in the United States. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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