Hallador Energy Company (HNRG)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
HNRG
Hallador Energy Company
$10.64
+0.38%
UTILITIES · Cap: $528.95M
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$84.42
-1.88%
UTILITIES · Cap: $84.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 3788% more annual revenue ($17.69B vs $454.91M). NGG leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs -0.2%. HNRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. NGG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
HNRG
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
NGG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 1408.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -0.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.6x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HNRG
The strongest argument for HNRG centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 32.6%.
Bear Case : HNRG
The primary concerns for HNRG are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 561.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HNRG profiles as a turnaround 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.
NGG is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
HNRG generates stronger free cash flow (-50M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NGG scores higher overall (56/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Hallador Energy Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Hallador Energy Company is engaged in the production of steam coal in the Illinois Basin for the electric power generation industry. The company is headquartered in Terre Haute, Indiana.
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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