Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsWPP PLC ADR (WPP)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$66.90
+0.60%
UTILITIES · Cap: $58.46B
WPP
WPP PLC ADR
$17.70
-4.74%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 29% more annual revenue ($17.45B vs $13.55B). D leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs -1.6%. D appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.82. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
D
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
WPP
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-33.0%
Fair Value
$48.62
Current Price
$66.90
$18.28 premium
Margin of Safety
+68.9%
Fair Value
$58.87
Current Price
$17.70
$41.17 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
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.3%
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 : WPP
The strongest argument for WPP centers on Free Cash Flow.
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 : WPP
The primary concerns for WPP are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while WPP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
WPP generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (60/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins and 23.1% revenue growth. WPP offers better value entry with a 68.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
WPP PLC ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
WPP plc, a creative transformation company, provides communications, expertise, trade and technology services in North America, the UK, Western Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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