Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$61.89
+0.45%
UTILITIES · Cap: $54.18B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$151.95
-3.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $43.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 106% more annual revenue ($17.45B vs $8.49B). YUM leads profitability with a 20.5% profit margin vs 16.9%. YUM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.93. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
D
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
YUM
Buy65
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
-76.3%
Fair Value
$90.20
Current Price
$151.95
$61.75 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
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.2% revenue growth
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
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
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 : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.5% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
YUM generates stronger free cash flow (341M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 20.5% margins and 15.2% revenue growth. 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.
Yum! Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Yum! Brands, Inc. is an American fast food corporation listed on the Fortune 1000. Yum! operates the brands KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, The Habit Burger Grill, and WingStreet worldwide, except in China, where the brands are operated by a separate company, Yum China.
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