DTE Energy Company (DTE)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
DTE
DTE Energy Company
$143.45
+0.09%
UTILITIES · Cap: $29.81B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$84.29
+2.38%
UTILITIES · Cap: $81.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 11% more annual revenue ($17.48B vs $15.81B). NGG leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 9.3%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. DTE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
DTE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
NGG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+57.6%
Fair Value
$329.47
Current Price
$143.45
$186.02 discount
Margin of Safety
-235.0%
Fair Value
$27.06
Current Price
$84.29
$57.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 28.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 25.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 8.4x book value
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 11.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DTE
The strongest argument for DTE centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 24.1%. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DTE
The primary concerns for DTE are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DTE profiles as a growth stock while NGG is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — expect wider price swings.
DTE is growing revenue faster at 28.9% — sustainability is the question.
DTE generates stronger free cash flow (-302M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DTE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 50/100) and 28.9% revenue growth. 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.
DTE Energy Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
DTE Energy (formerly Detroit Edison until 1996) is a Detroit-based diversified energy company involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services in the United States and Canada.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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