Allete Inc (ALE)vsUNITIL Corporation (UTL)
ALE
Allete Inc
$67.90
0.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.94B
UTL
UNITIL Corporation
$51.92
-2.31%
UTILITIES · Cap: $979.49M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Allete Inc generates 152% more annual revenue ($1.50B vs $596.50M). ALE leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs 9.5%. ALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.57. UTL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
ALE
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
UTL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.9%
Fair Value
$60.16
Current Price
$67.90
$7.74 premium
Margin of Safety
-12.2%
Fair Value
$45.44
Current Price
$51.92
$6.48 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 7.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALE
The strongest argument for ALE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : UTL
The strongest argument for UTL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 14.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALE
The primary concerns for ALE are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UTL
The primary concerns for UTL are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALE profiles as a declining stock while UTL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
UTL is growing revenue faster at 14.0% — sustainability is the question.
UTL generates stronger free cash flow (12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UTL scores higher overall (54/100 vs 43/100) and 14.0% revenue growth. 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.
Allete Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
ALLETE, Inc. is an energy company. The company is headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota.
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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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