Constellation Energy Corp (CEG)vsPinnacle West Capital Corp (PNW)
CEG
Constellation Energy Corp
$303.63
-2.46%
UTILITIES · Cap: $112.78B
PNW
Pinnacle West Capital Corp
$99.25
-0.28%
UTILITIES · Cap: $12.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Constellation Energy Corp generates 368% more annual revenue ($25.53B vs $5.46B). PNW leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 9.1%. PNW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.01. PNW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
CEG
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
PNW
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.5%
Fair Value
$191.58
Current Price
$303.63
$112.05 premium
Margin of Safety
-2.9%
Fair Value
$93.31
Current Price
$99.25
$5.94 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 48.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
0.6% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CEG
The strongest argument for CEG centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 12.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PNW
The strongest argument for PNW centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CEG
The primary concerns for CEG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 42.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PNW
The primary concerns for PNW are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CEG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
CEG is growing revenue faster at 12.9% — sustainability is the question.
CEG generates stronger free cash flow (-181M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PNW scores higher overall (55/100 vs 43/100) and 11.4% 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.
Constellation Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Constellation Energy Corporation is an energy producer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.
Visit Website →Pinnacle West Capital Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Pinnacle West Capital is a utility holding company that owns Arizona Public Service and Bright Canyon Energy.
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