American Electric Power Co Inc (AEP)vsUbiquiti Networks Inc (UI)
AEP
American Electric Power Co Inc
$128.30
-0.39%
UTILITIES · Cap: $69.74B
UI
Ubiquiti Networks Inc
$839.05
+0.55%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $50.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Electric Power Co Inc generates 636% more annual revenue ($21.88B vs $2.97B). UI leads profitability with a 29.9% profit margin vs 16.4%. UI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. UI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AEP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
UI
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-169.9%
Fair Value
$45.29
Current Price
$128.30
$83.01 premium
Margin of Safety
-4.0%
Fair Value
$685.62
Current Price
$839.05
$153.43 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 22.8%
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.9%
Revenue surging 35.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 70.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 12.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 50.0x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEP
The strongest argument for AEP centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 22.8%. Revenue growth of 13.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UI
The strongest argument for UI centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.9% and operating margin at 35.9%. Revenue growth of 35.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AEP
The primary concerns for AEP are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UI
The primary concerns for UI are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 57.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEP profiles as a mature stock while UI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
UI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
UI is growing revenue faster at 35.8% — sustainability is the question.
UI generates stronger free cash flow (259M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UI scores higher overall (73/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 29.9% margins and 35.8% 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.
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 →Ubiquiti Networks Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Ubiquiti Inc. develops network technology for service providers, businesses and consumers. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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