Sempra Energy (SRE)vsUNITIL Corporation (UTL)
SRE
Sempra Energy
$95.32
+0.34%
UTILITIES · Cap: $62.06B
UTL
UNITIL Corporation
$52.41
+1.55%
UTILITIES · Cap: $928.15M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sempra Energy generates 2456% more annual revenue ($13.70B vs $536.00M). SRE leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs 9.4%. SRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.98. UTL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
SRE
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
UTL
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-387.6%
Fair Value
$18.70
Current Price
$95.32
$76.62 premium
Margin of Safety
+16.5%
Fair Value
$61.06
Current Price
$52.41
$8.65 discount
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 27.7%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Revenue surging 26.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SRE
The strongest argument for SRE centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : UTL
The strongest argument for UTL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 26.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SRE
The primary concerns for SRE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : UTL
The primary concerns for UTL are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.54 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SRE profiles as a declining stock while UTL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SRE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
UTL is growing revenue faster at 26.7% — sustainability is the question.
UTL generates stronger free cash flow (-36M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UTL scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100) and 26.7% 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.
Sempra Energy
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Sempra Energy is a North American energy infrastructure company based in San Diego, California. Sempra Energy's focus is on electric and natural gas infrastructure. Its operating companies include: Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) in Southern California; Oncor Electric Delivery Company (Oncor) in Texas; Sempra LNG; and IEnova, based in Mexico.
UNITIL Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Unitil Corporation, a utility holding company, is engaged in the distribution of electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in Hampton, New Hampshire.
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