Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc (HE)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
HE
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc
$8.39
+0.48%
UTILITIES · Cap: $1.54B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$142.72
-1.24%
UTILITIES · Cap: $51.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 485% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $3.28B). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 6.8%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. HE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
HE
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
VST
Buy54
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 VST.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
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%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 15.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
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 : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 0.34 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 : VST
The primary concerns for VST are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HE profiles as a growth stock while VST is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
HE is growing revenue faster at 25.9% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HE scores higher overall (66/100 vs 54/100) 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.
Vistra Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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