Consolidated Edison Inc (ED)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
ED
Consolidated Edison Inc
$106.46
-0.25%
UTILITIES · Cap: $39.68B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$148.38
+0.90%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 9% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $17.69B). ED leads profitability with a 12.5% profit margin vs 11.6%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. ED earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
ED
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-73.9%
Fair Value
$63.18
Current Price
$106.46
$43.28 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VST.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.1% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 16.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ED
The strongest argument for ED centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ED
The primary concerns for ED are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ED profiles as a value stock while VST is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
ED is growing revenue faster at 13.2% — sustainability is the question.
ED generates stronger free cash flow (624M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ED scores higher overall (65/100 vs 54/100) and 13.2% 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.
Consolidated Edison Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Consolidated Edison, Inc., commonly known as Con Edison (stylized as conEdison) or ConEd, is one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the United States, with approximately $12 billion in annual revenues as of 2017, and over $48 billion in assets. The company provides a wide range of energy-related products and services to its customers through its subsidiaries.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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