Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$61.89
+0.45%
UTILITIES · Cap: $54.18B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$207.88
+5.78%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $159.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 76% more annual revenue ($17.45B vs $9.89B). D leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 13.0%. D appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.78. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
D
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
PANW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-14.2%
Fair Value
$56.60
Current Price
$61.89
$5.29 premium
Margin of Safety
+56.7%
Fair Value
$454.04
Current Price
$207.88
$246.16 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
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 15.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 14.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 109.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while PANW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PANW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (470M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (63/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins and 23.1% revenue growth. PANW offers better value entry with a 56.7% 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.
Palo Alto Networks Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palo Alto Networks, Inc. provides cybersecurity platform solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
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