Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsNorthwest Natural Gas Co (NWN)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$69.75
+0.60%
UTILITIES · Cap: $61.03B
NWN
Northwest Natural Gas Co
$49.73
+1.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 1257% more annual revenue ($17.45B vs $1.29B). D leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 9.6%. NWN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.54. NWN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
D
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
NWN
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.8%
Fair Value
$48.67
Current Price
$69.75
$21.08 premium
Margin of Safety
+17.3%
Fair Value
$59.03
Current Price
$49.73
$9.30 discount
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.2%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : NWN
The strongest argument for NWN centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio.
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 : NWN
The primary concerns for NWN are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.70 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while NWN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
D carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
NWN generates stronger free cash flow (2M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (58/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins and 23.1% revenue growth. NWN offers better value entry with a 17.3% margin of safety. 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.
Northwest Natural Gas Co
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Northwest Natural Holding Company, through its subsidiary, Northwest Natural Gas Company, provides regulated natural gas distribution services to residential, commercial, industrial and transportation customers in Oregon and Southwest Washington. The company is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
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