Enel Chile SA ADR (ENIC)vsNRG Energy Inc. (NRG)
ENIC
Enel Chile SA ADR
$4.38
-1.79%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.02B
NRG
NRG Energy Inc.
$108.47
-4.40%
UTILITIES · Cap: $25.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NRG Energy Inc. generates 653% more annual revenue ($33.12B vs $4.40B). ENIC leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 2.6%. ENIC trades at a lower P/E of 10.6x. NRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ENIC
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
NRG
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 53.7% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 11.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.6% margin — thin
Earnings declined 85.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ENIC
The strongest argument for ENIC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : NRG
The strongest argument for NRG centers on PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ENIC
The primary concerns for ENIC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NRG
The primary concerns for NRG are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 4.83 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ENIC profiles as a declining stock while NRG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
NRG is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
NRG generates stronger free cash flow (779M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NRG scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100) and 11.0% 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.
Enel Chile SA ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Enel Chile SA, an electricity services company, is engaged in the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity in Chile. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
Visit Website →NRG Energy Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
NRG Energy, Inc. is a large American energy company, headquartered in Houston, Texas. It was formerly the wholesale arm of Northern States Power Company (NSP), which became Xcel Energy, but became independent in 2000. NRG Energy is involved in energy generation and retail electricity.
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