Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (BEP)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
BEP
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP
$30.39
-0.39%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.31B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$148.38
+0.90%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 202% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $6.36B). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs -1.3%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
BEP
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.5%
Fair Value
$70.34
Current Price
$30.39
$39.95 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VST.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 4511.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
1.1% revenue growth
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 16.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BEP
The strongest argument for BEP centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BEP
The primary concerns for BEP are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 8.43 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BEP profiles as a turnaround stock while VST is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
BEP is growing revenue faster at 1.1% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (54/100 vs 49/100). BEP offers better value entry with a 55.5% margin of safety. 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.
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP has a portfolio of renewable energy generation facilities primarily in North America, Colombia, Brazil, Europe, India, and China. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
Vistra Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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