Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsSouthwest Gas Holdings Inc (SWX)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$64.36
-1.06%
UTILITIES · Cap: $56.61B
SWX
Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
$86.11
-0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 941% more annual revenue ($18.12B vs $1.74B). SWX leads profitability with a 31.4% profit margin vs 14.0%. SWX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. SWX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
D
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SWX
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-27.2%
Fair Value
$50.81
Current Price
$64.36
$13.55 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SWX.
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 29.2%
17.6% revenue growth
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.2%
Earnings expanding 20.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 58.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 9.6%
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. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SWX
The strongest argument for SWX centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.4% and operating margin at 24.2%.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.85 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SWX
The primary concerns for SWX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while SWX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
D carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
SWX generates stronger free cash flow (-174M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SWX scores higher overall (65/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 31.4% margins. 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.
Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. purchases, distributes and transports natural gas in Arizona, Nevada and California. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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