Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR (ELP)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
ELP
Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR
$9.27
-6.27%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.88B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$140.41
-1.74%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Paranaense de Energia Pref ADR generates 30% more annual revenue ($24.95B vs $19.21B). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 0.1%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
ELP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+72.6%
Fair Value
$33.78
Current Price
$9.27
$24.51 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VST.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
0.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.1%
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 15.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELP
ELP has a balanced fundamental profile.
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 : ELP
The primary concerns for ELP are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
ELP 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.
ELP is growing revenue faster at 0.2% — sustainability is the question.
ELP generates stronger free cash flow (716M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (54/100 vs 48/100). ELP offers better value entry with a 72.6% margin of safety. 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 →Vistra Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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