Clearway Energy Inc (CWEN-A)vsSouthern Company (SO)
CWEN-A
Clearway Energy Inc
$40.43
0.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $8.31B
SO
Southern Company
$92.60
+1.22%
UTILITIES · Cap: $102.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 2012% more annual revenue ($30.18B vs $1.43B). SO leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 11.8%. SO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.53. SO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CWEN-A
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+5.6%
Fair Value
$39.54
Current Price
$40.43
$0.89 discount
Margin of Safety
-47.7%
Fair Value
$62.70
Current Price
$92.60
$29.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 556.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWEN-A
The strongest argument for CWEN-A centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : CWEN-A
The primary concerns for CWEN-A are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWEN-A profiles as a growth stock while SO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CWEN-A carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
CWEN-A is growing revenue faster at 21.1% — sustainability is the question.
CWEN-A generates stronger free cash flow (71M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SO scores higher overall (56/100 vs 51/100). 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.
Clearway Energy Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Clearway Energy, Inc., participates in the renewable energy businesses in the United States.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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