American Electric Power Co Inc (AEP)vsOrmat Technologies Inc (ORA)
AEP
American Electric Power Co Inc
$123.33
-0.11%
UTILITIES · Cap: $67.14B
ORA
Ormat Technologies Inc
$94.89
-1.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Electric Power Co Inc generates 1818% more annual revenue ($22.79B vs $1.19B). AEP leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 10.7%. AEP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.97. AEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
AEP
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
ORA
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-86.9%
Fair Value
$65.98
Current Price
$123.33
$57.35 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ORA.
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 23.3%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 43.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEP
The strongest argument for AEP centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : ORA
The strongest argument for ORA centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AEP
The primary concerns for AEP are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.66 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ORA
The primary concerns for ORA are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 52.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
ORA is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
ORA generates stronger free cash flow (-87M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AEP scores higher overall (58/100 vs 44/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
American Electric Power Co Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
American Electric Power (AEP) is a major investor-owned electric utility in the United States, delivering electricity to more than five million customers in 11 states.
Visit Website →Ormat Technologies Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Ormat Technologies, Inc. is engaged in the geothermal and recovered energy business in the United States, Indonesia, Kenya, Turkey, Chile, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Ethiopia, New Zealand, Honduras and internationally. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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