Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsOtter Tail Corporation (OTTR)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$19.34
-2.91%
ENERGY · Cap: $68.55B
OTTR
Otter Tail Corporation
$88.03
+0.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Transfer LP generates 6925% more annual revenue ($92.29B vs $1.31B). OTTR leads profitability with a 21.3% profit margin vs 4.7%. ET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. OTTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ET
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
OTTR
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.8%
Fair Value
$148.63
Current Price
$19.34
$129.29 discount
Margin of Safety
-60.8%
Fair Value
$53.45
Current Price
$88.03
$34.58 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 32.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Areas to Watch
4.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 3.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ET
The strongest argument for ET centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 32.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OTTR
The strongest argument for OTTR centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : OTTR
The primary concerns for OTTR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET profiles as a hypergrowth stock while OTTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ET carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
ET is growing revenue faster at 32.1% — sustainability is the question.
OTTR generates stronger free cash flow (-115M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OTTR scores higher overall (67/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 21.3% margins. ET offers better value entry with a 87.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Energy Transfer LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Energy Transfer LP offers energy related services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Otter Tail Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Otter Tail Corporation is engaged in electrical service, manufacturing and plastic piping businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
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