Allete Inc (ALE)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
ALE
Allete Inc
$67.90
0.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.94B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$153.68
+1.12%
UTILITIES · Cap: $53.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 1196% more annual revenue ($19.45B vs $1.50B). VST leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 11.0%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ALE
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
VST
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.7%
Fair Value
$60.26
Current Price
$67.90
$7.64 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VST.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Revenue surging 43.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 7.9%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 19.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 52.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALE
The strongest argument for ALE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 43.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALE
The primary concerns for ALE are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALE profiles as a declining stock while VST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
VST is growing revenue faster at 43.4% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (156M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (68/100 vs 43/100) and 43.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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 - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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