Avista Corporation (AVA)vsEnergy of Minas Gerais Co DRC (CIG-C)
AVA
Avista Corporation
$39.36
+0.64%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.22B
CIG-C
Energy of Minas Gerais Co DRC
$3.06
-3.02%
UTILITIES · Cap: $8.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy of Minas Gerais Co DRC generates 2060% more annual revenue ($42.43B vs $1.96B). AVA leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 9.5%. CIG-C appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. AVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
AVA
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
CIG-C
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.4%
Fair Value
$26.85
Current Price
$39.36
$12.51 premium
Margin of Safety
-1.0%
Fair Value
$2.92
Current Price
$3.06
$0.14 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
2.8% earnings growth
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
4.6% revenue growth
Earnings declined 75.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVA
The strongest argument for AVA centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : CIG-C
The strongest argument for CIG-C centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVA
The primary concerns for AVA are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CIG-C
The primary concerns for CIG-C are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CIG-C carries more volatility with a beta of 0.31 — expect wider price swings.
CIG-C is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
CIG-C generates stronger free cash flow (440M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AVA scores higher overall (56/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Avista Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Avista Corporation is a natural gas and electric utility company. The company is headquartered in Spokane, Washington.
Visit Website →Energy of Minas Gerais Co DRC
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Companhia Energtica de Minas Gerais, is dedicated to the generation, transmission, distribution and sale of energy in Brazil. The company is headquartered in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
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