CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vsDominion Energy Inc (D)
CMS
CMS Energy Corporation
$71.03
-0.24%
UTILITIES · Cap: $22.24B
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$67.39
+0.88%
UTILITIES · Cap: $60.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 106% more annual revenue ($18.12B vs $8.81B). D leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 11.6%. CMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.78. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CMS
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
D
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CMS.
Margin of Safety
-27.5%
Fair Value
$50.71
Current Price
$67.39
$16.68 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.2%
17.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.5%
Earnings declined 43.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 58.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMS
The strongest argument for CMS centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : D
The strongest argument for D centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CMS
The primary concerns for CMS are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.02 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.78 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMS profiles as a declining stock while D is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
D carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
CMS generates stronger free cash flow (-334M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (56/100 vs 48/100) and 17.6% 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.
CMS Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
CMS Energy (NYSE: CMS), based in Jackson, Michigan, is an energy company that is focused principally on utility operations in Michigan.
Visit Website →Dominion Energy Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Dominion Energy, Inc., commonly referred to as Dominion, is an American power and energy company headquartered in Richmond, Virginia that supplies electricity in parts of Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina and supplies natural gas to parts of Utah, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Dominion also has generation facilities in Indiana, Illinois, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
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