Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$62.50
-0.62%
UTILITIES · Cap: $56.69B
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$78.87
-0.14%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $339.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 199% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $16.51B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 18.2%. D appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.76. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
D
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-20.9%
Fair Value
$53.48
Current Price
$62.50
$9.02 premium
Margin of Safety
-22.8%
Fair Value
$64.14
Current Price
$78.87
$14.73 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 365.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.9%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 10.1x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : D
The strongest argument for D centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 22.0%. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 34.9%. Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while KO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
D carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (73/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins and 20.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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.
The Coca-Cola Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
The Coca-Cola Company is an American multinational beverage corporation incorporated under Delaware's General Corporation Law and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Coca-Cola Company has interests in the manufacturing, retailing, and marketing of nonalcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups.
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