Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc (HE)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
HE
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc
$8.39
+0.48%
UTILITIES · Cap: $1.54B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$82.22
+2.41%
UTILITIES · Cap: $81.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 439% more annual revenue ($17.69B vs $3.28B). NGG leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 6.8%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. HE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
HE
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
NGG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.3%
Fair Value
$24.51
Current Price
$8.39
$16.12 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NGG.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 373.3% YoY
Revenue surging 25.9% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
6.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Trading at 9.4x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HE
The strongest argument for HE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 25.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HE
The primary concerns for HE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HE profiles as a growth stock while NGG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
HE is growing revenue faster at 25.9% — sustainability is the question.
HE generates stronger free cash flow (-550M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HE scores higher overall (66/100 vs 62/100) and 25.9% revenue growth. 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.
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. is engaged in the renewable / sustainable infrastructure, banking and electricity utility investment businesses in the State of Hawaii. The company is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii.
National Grid PLC ADR
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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