Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR (ELP)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
ELP
Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR
$9.27
-6.27%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.88B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$84.29
+2.38%
UTILITIES · Cap: $81.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR generates 43% more annual revenue ($24.95B vs $17.48B). NGG leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 8.8%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. NGG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
ELP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
NGG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-167.2%
Fair Value
$3.47
Current Price
$9.27
$5.80 premium
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
18.8% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 68.4%
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 : ELP
The strongest argument for ELP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.8% 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 : ELP
The primary concerns for ELP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELP 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.
ELP is growing revenue faster at 18.8% — sustainability is the question.
ELP generates stronger free cash flow (716M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NGG scores higher overall (50/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 16.4% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL is dedicated to the generation, transmission, distribution and sale of electricity to industrial, residential, commercial, rural and other clients mainly in the state of Paran, Brazil. The company is headquartered in Curitiba, Brazil.
Visit Website →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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