Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte SA ADR (EDN)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
EDN
Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte SA ADR
$28.63
-0.07%
UTILITIES · Cap: $1.34B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$84.29
+2.38%
UTILITIES · Cap: $81.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte SA ADR generates 17008% more annual revenue ($2.99T vs $17.48B). NGG leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 8.0%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. EDN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
EDN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
NGG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+83.9%
Fair Value
$182.99
Current Price
$28.63
$154.36 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 858.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.7x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : EDN
The strongest argument for EDN centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
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 : EDN
The primary concerns for EDN are Price/Book, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EDN profiles as a value 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.
EDN is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
NGG generates stronger free cash flow (-1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EDN scores higher overall (57/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte SA ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte SA, a public services company, is dedicated to the distribution and sale of electrical energy in Argentina. The company is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
National Grid PLC ADR
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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