Centuri Holdings, Inc. (CTRI)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
CTRI
Centuri Holdings, Inc.
$20.51
+0.59%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.02B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$137.94
+0.38%
UTILITIES · Cap: $46.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 466% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $3.39B). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 0.8%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.35. CTRI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
CTRI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 32.9% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.6% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.8%
Trading at 15.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTRI
The strongest argument for CTRI centers on Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 32.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CTRI
The primary concerns for CTRI are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 60.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
CTRI profiles as a hypergrowth stock while VST is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
CTRI is growing revenue faster at 32.9% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTRI scores higher overall (57/100 vs 54/100) and 32.9% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Centuri Holdings, Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Centuri Holdings, Inc. is a leading provider of essential infrastructure services across North America, specializing in the installation and maintenance of utility systems essential for the transition to sustainable energy. With a strong emphasis on safety and environmental responsibility, the company harnesses advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency amidst a rapidly changing utility landscape. Centuri's strategic partnerships and robust operational framework further position it for significant growth, making it an attractive investment opportunity for institutional investors seeking a stake in the evolving energy sector.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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