Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsPPL Corporation (PPL)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$66.90
+0.60%
UTILITIES · Cap: $59.94B
PPL
PPL Corporation
$35.74
+1.65%
UTILITIES · Cap: $26.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 87% more annual revenue ($17.45B vs $9.31B). D leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 13.1%. PPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. PPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
D
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
PPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.8%
Fair Value
$48.67
Current Price
$66.90
$18.23 premium
Margin of Safety
-44.1%
Fair Value
$24.99
Current Price
$35.74
$10.75 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
Strong operational efficiency at 27.2%
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
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, 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 : PPL
The strongest argument for PPL centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : PPL
The primary concerns for PPL are Debt/Equity, 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.
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.
PPL generates stronger free cash flow (-501M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PPL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 60/100) and 10.8% revenue growth. 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.
PPL Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
PPL Corporation is an energy company headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States.
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