Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsPinnacle West Capital Corp (PNW)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$61.89
+0.45%
UTILITIES · Cap: $54.18B
PNW
Pinnacle West Capital Corp
$99.25
-0.28%
UTILITIES · Cap: $12.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 220% more annual revenue ($17.45B vs $5.46B). D leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 12.0%. 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+
PNW
Buy55
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
-2.9%
Fair Value
$93.31
Current Price
$99.25
$5.94 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 28.7%
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.6% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
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 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 : PNW
The strongest argument for PNW centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : PNW
The primary concerns for PNW are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while PNW 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.
PNW generates stronger free cash flow (-393M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins and 23.1% 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.
Pinnacle West Capital Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Pinnacle West Capital is a utility holding company that owns Arizona Public Service and Bright Canyon Energy.
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