Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsXcel Energy Inc (XEL)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$64.36
-1.06%
UTILITIES · Cap: $56.61B
XEL
Xcel Energy Inc
$75.50
+0.12%
UTILITIES · Cap: $48.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 24% more annual revenue ($18.12B vs $14.62B). XEL leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs 14.0%. XEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.90. XEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
D
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
XEL
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
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 XEL.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.7%
Earnings expanding 24.0% 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
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.1%
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 : XEL
The strongest argument for XEL centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 22.7%.
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 : XEL
The primary concerns for XEL are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.68 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
D profiles as a growth stock while XEL 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.
D generates stronger free cash flow (-1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
XEL scores higher overall (65/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins. 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.
Xcel Energy Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Xcel Energy Inc. is a utility holding company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, serving more than 3.7 million electric customers and 2.1 million natural gas customers in Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, Colorado, Texas, and New Mexico as of 2019. It consists of four operating subsidiaries: Northern States Power-Minnesota, Northern States Power-Wisconsin, Public Service Company of Colorado, and Southwestern Public Service Co.
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