Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsPPL Corporation (PPL)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$60.66
+0.65%
UTILITIES · Cap: $52.98B
PPL
PPL Corporation
$37.16
+0.27%
UTILITIES · Cap: $27.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 83% more annual revenue ($16.51B vs $9.04B). D leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 13.1%. PPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
D
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
PPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.2%
Fair Value
$162.40
Current Price
$60.66
$101.74 discount
Margin of Safety
+51.6%
Fair Value
$74.41
Current Price
$37.16
$37.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Earnings expanding 49.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.7% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : D
The strongest argument for D centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, 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 : PPL
The strongest argument for PPL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : PPL
The primary concerns for PPL are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while PPL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PPL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
PPL generates stronger free cash flow (-614M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (73/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins and 20.4% revenue growth. PPL offers better value entry with a 51.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
PPL Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
PPL Corporation is an energy company headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States.
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