Genie Energy Ltd (GNE)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
GNE
Genie Energy Ltd
$15.78
+0.45%
UTILITIES · Cap: $399.53M
VST
Vistra Corp.
$148.38
+0.90%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 3722% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $502.62M). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 5.0%. GNE trades at a lower P/E of 13.2x. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GNE
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+1.3%
Fair Value
$14.10
Current Price
$15.78
$1.68 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VST.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 380.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 4.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 16.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GNE
The strongest argument for GNE centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
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 : GNE
The primary concerns for GNE are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
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
GNE 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.
GNE is growing revenue faster at -4.6% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (54/100 vs 52/100). 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.
Genie Energy Ltd
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Genie Energy Ltd. supplies electricity and natural gas to residential and small business customers in the United States, Europe and Asia. The company is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
Vistra Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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