Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$61.89
+0.45%
UTILITIES · Cap: $54.18B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$105.38
+2.20%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $171.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 230% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $17.45B). RIO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 16.9%. 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+
RIO
Buy54
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
+33.7%
Fair Value
$147.89
Current Price
$105.38
$42.51 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
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.3%
Generating 2.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
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 : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 25.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while RIO is a mature 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.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins and 23.1% revenue growth. RIO offers better value entry with a 33.7% 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.
Rio Tinto ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Rio Tinto Group is dedicated to the exploration, extraction and processing of mineral resources worldwide. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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