Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsNorthwest Natural Gas Co (NWN)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$64.50
+3.20%
UTILITIES · Cap: $56.69B
NWN
Northwest Natural Gas Co
$53.12
-0.47%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 1180% more annual revenue ($16.51B vs $1.29B). D leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 8.8%. 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
NWN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-20.9%
Fair Value
$53.48
Current Price
$64.50
$11.02 premium
Margin of Safety
+32.4%
Fair Value
$72.25
Current Price
$53.12
$19.13 discount
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
Earnings expanding 24.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : NWN
The strongest argument for NWN centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NWN
The primary concerns for NWN are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.76 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 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
NWN generates stronger free cash flow (-131M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (73/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins and 20.4% revenue growth. NWN offers better value entry with a 32.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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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