Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsNorthWestern Corporation (NWE)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$67.39
+0.88%
UTILITIES · Cap: $60.88B
NWE
NorthWestern Corporation
$72.09
+2.59%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 971% more annual revenue ($18.12B vs $1.69B). D leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 10.1%. NWE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.81. NWE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
D
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
NWE
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-27.5%
Fair Value
$50.71
Current Price
$67.39
$16.68 premium
Margin of Safety
-22.0%
Fair Value
$56.09
Current Price
$72.09
$16.00 premium
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 29.2%
17.6% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 58.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : D
The strongest argument for D centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NWE
The strongest argument for NWE centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : NWE
The primary concerns for NWE are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while NWE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
D carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
NWE generates stronger free cash flow (43M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NWE scores higher overall (61/100 vs 56/100) and 14.6% 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.
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.
NorthWestern Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
NorthWestern Corporation, doing business as NorthWestern Energy, provides electricity and natural gas to residential, commercial and industrial customers. The company is headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
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