Corning Incorporated (GLW)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$164.24
+8.12%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $141.09B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$89.54
+4.14%
UTILITIES · Cap: $85.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 7% more annual revenue ($17.48B vs $16.32B). NGG leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 11.1%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. GLW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
GLW
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
NGG
Buy50
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 11.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.0x book value
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 11.3%
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.
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 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 79.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLW profiles as a growth stock while NGG is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
GLW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — 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 (62/100 vs 50/100) 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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