Corning Incorporated (GLW)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$197.90
+1.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $172.47B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$81.86
+0.39%
UTILITIES · Cap: $80.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 8% more annual revenue ($17.69B vs $16.32B). NGG leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 11.1%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.00. GLW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
GLW
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
NGG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 138.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.2x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLW
The strongest argument for GLW centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 32.6%. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 96.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLW profiles as a growth stock while NGG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GLW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
GLW is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
GLW generates stronger free cash flow (30M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GLW scores higher overall (64/100 vs 62/100) and 20.0% 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.
Corning Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Corning Incorporated is an American multinational technology company that specializes in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials and technologies including advanced optics, primarily for industrial and scientific applications.
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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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