Black Hills Corporation (BKH)vsSuburban Propane Partners LP (SPH)
BKH
Black Hills Corporation
$75.48
+0.25%
UTILITIES · Cap: $5.65B
SPH
Suburban Propane Partners LP
$20.10
+2.55%
UTILITIES · Cap: $1.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Black Hills Corporation generates 62% more annual revenue ($2.31B vs $1.43B). BKH leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 9.3%. SPH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.21. SPH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
BKH
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SPH
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.7%
Fair Value
$87.12
Current Price
$75.48
$11.64 discount
Margin of Safety
+50.9%
Fair Value
$40.84
Current Price
$20.10
$20.74 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.2%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 130.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.9% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKH
The strongest argument for BKH centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SPH
The strongest argument for SPH centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. PEG of 1.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BKH
The primary concerns for BKH are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SPH
The primary concerns for SPH are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
BKH is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
SPH generates stronger free cash flow (-67M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SPH scores higher overall (65/100 vs 57/100). BKH offers better value entry with a 16.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Black Hills Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Black Hills Corporation is a natural gas and electric utility company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Suburban Propane Partners LP
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Suburban Propane Partners, LP, is engaged in the marketing and retail distribution of propane, fuel oil, and refined fuels. The company is headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey.
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