H2O America (HTO)vsWEC Energy Group Inc (WEC)
HTO
H2O America
$57.67
-2.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.41B
WEC
WEC Energy Group Inc
$117.94
+3.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $37.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WEC Energy Group Inc generates 1101% more annual revenue ($9.80B vs $816.28M). WEC leads profitability with a 15.9% profit margin vs 12.9%. WEC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.57. WEC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
HTO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
WEC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.7%
Fair Value
$77.24
Current Price
$57.67
$19.57 discount
Margin of Safety
-40.2%
Fair Value
$80.67
Current Price
$117.94
$37.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 32.5%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HTO
The strongest argument for HTO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : WEC
The strongest argument for WEC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.9% and operating margin at 21.3%. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HTO
The primary concerns for HTO are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WEC
The primary concerns for WEC are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HTO profiles as a value stock while WEC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WEC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
WEC is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
HTO generates stronger free cash flow (-239M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WEC scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 15.9% margins and 11.1% revenue growth. HTO offers better value entry with a 32.7% margin of safety. 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.
H2O America
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
H2O America, provides water utility and other related services in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
WEC Energy Group Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
WEC Energy Group, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides electricity and natural gas to 4.4 million customers across four states.
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