Clearway Energy Inc Class C (CWEN)vsOrmat Technologies Inc (ORA)
CWEN
Clearway Energy Inc Class C
$39.74
-1.58%
UTILITIES · Cap: $9.88B
ORA
Ormat Technologies Inc
$142.49
-1.08%
UTILITIES · Cap: $8.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Clearway Energy Inc Class C generates 28% more annual revenue ($1.49B vs $1.16B). ORA leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs 0.6%. CWEN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.41. ORA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CWEN
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
ORA
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-11.0%
Fair Value
$36.08
Current Price
$39.74
$3.66 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ORA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 556.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.8% revenue growth
Revenue surging 75.8% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWEN
The strongest argument for CWEN centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ORA
The strongest argument for ORA centers on Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 75.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CWEN
The primary concerns for CWEN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 411.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.81 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ORA
The primary concerns for ORA are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 66.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWEN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — expect wider price swings.
ORA is growing revenue faster at 75.8% — sustainability is the question.
CWEN generates stronger free cash flow (256M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ORA scores higher overall (54/100 vs 43/100) and 75.8% 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.
Clearway Energy Inc Class C
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Clearway Energy, Inc., participates in the renewable energy businesses in the United States.
Visit Website →Ormat Technologies Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Ormat Technologies, Inc. is engaged in the geothermal and recovered energy business in the United States, Indonesia, Kenya, Turkey, Chile, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Ethiopia, New Zealand, Honduras and internationally. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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