Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsMoodys Corporation (MCO)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$66.90
+0.60%
UTILITIES · Cap: $58.46B
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$451.35
+1.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $79.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 122% more annual revenue ($17.45B vs $7.87B). MCO leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 16.9%. MCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.11. MCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
D
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
MCO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-33.0%
Fair Value
$48.62
Current Price
$66.90
$18.28 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MCO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.7%
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 83 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 26.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : D
The strongest argument for D centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 28.7%. Revenue growth of 23.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MCO
The strongest argument for MCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 45.7%.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.78 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.44 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while MCO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
MCO generates stronger free cash flow (844M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins. 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.
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.
Moodys Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Moody's Corporation, often referred to as Moody's, is an American business and financial services company. It is the holding company for Moody's Investors Service (MIS), an American credit rating agency, and Moody's Analytics (MA), an American provider of financial analysis software and services.
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