Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (BEP)vsVistra Energy Corp (VST)
BEP
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP
$32.08
-3.46%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.70B
VST
Vistra Energy Corp
$157.84
+2.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $53.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Energy Corp generates 177% more annual revenue ($17.74B vs $6.41B). VST leads profitability with a 5.3% profit margin vs 0.9%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
BEP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.7%
Fair Value
$79.57
Current Price
$32.08
$47.49 discount
Margin of Safety
-54.4%
Fair Value
$100.34
Current Price
$157.84
$57.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 4511.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.1%
Weak financial health signals
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.4x book value
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 Market Cap. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BEP
The primary concerns for BEP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 72.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
VST is growing revenue faster at 13.6% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (-82M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - RENEWABLE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (53/100 vs 48/100) and 13.6% revenue growth. BEP offers better value entry with a 60.7% 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 Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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