CMS Energy Corp (CMSA)vsDominion Energy Inc (D)
CMSA
CMS Energy Corp
$21.48
-0.51%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.05B
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$60.66
+0.65%
UTILITIES · Cap: $52.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
D leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 0.0%. CMSA trades at a lower P/E of 12.0x. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CMSA
Avoid20
out of 100
Grade: F
D
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CMSA.
Margin of Safety
+60.2%
Fair Value
$162.40
Current Price
$60.66
$101.74 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% margin — thin
3.7% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMSA
The strongest argument for CMSA centers on P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : D
The strongest argument for D centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 22.0%. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CMSA
The primary concerns for CMSA are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMSA profiles as a value stock while D is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
D is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
CMSA generates stronger free cash flow (-596M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (73/100 vs 20/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins and 20.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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 Corp
UTILITIES · MULTILINE UTILITIES · USA
CMS Energy Corporation is an energy company primarily in Michigan. The company is headquartered in Jackson, Michigan.
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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