Bloom Energy Corp (BE)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
BE
Bloom Energy Corp
$283.92
+8.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $73.57B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$152.05
+2.93%
UTILITIES · Cap: $52.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 624% more annual revenue ($17.74B vs $2.45B). VST leads profitability with a 5.3% profit margin vs 0.3%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
BE
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BE.
Margin of Safety
-52.8%
Fair Value
$101.40
Current Price
$152.05
$50.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 130.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 19.6x book value
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BE
The strongest argument for BE centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 130.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BE
The primary concerns for BE are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 70.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while VST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BE carries more volatility with a beta of 3.83 — expect wider price swings.
BE is growing revenue faster at 130.4% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (156M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (53/100 vs 40/100) and 13.6% 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.
Bloom Energy Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Bloom Energy Corporation designs, manufactures and sells solid oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation in the United States, Japan, China, India, and the Republic of Korea. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Vistra Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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