CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
CMS
CMS Energy Corporation
$64.27
-0.66%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.49B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$140.41
-1.74%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 118% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $8.81B). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 11.6%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CMS
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 0.5%
Earnings declined 43.9%
Trading at 15.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMS
The strongest argument for CMS centers on 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 : CMS
The primary concerns for CMS are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.97 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
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
CMS is growing revenue faster at -0.5% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (54/100 vs 48/100). 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.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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