Intuit Inc (INTU)vsVistra Energy Corp (VST)
INTU
Intuit Inc
$426.86
-1.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $120.34B
VST
Vistra Energy Corp
$151.51
-0.79%
UTILITIES · Cap: $51.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intuit Inc generates 13% more annual revenue ($20.12B vs $17.74B). INTU leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 5.3%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. INTU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
INTU
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-308.7%
Fair Value
$104.45
Current Price
$426.86
$322.41 premium
Margin of Safety
-980.6%
Fair Value
$14.82
Current Price
$151.51
$136.69 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 41.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 18.5%
Trading at 19.5x book value
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTU
The strongest argument for INTU centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 15.7%. Revenue growth of 41.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : INTU
The primary concerns for INTU are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 70.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTU profiles as a growth stock while VST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
INTU is growing revenue faster at 41.0% — sustainability is the question.
INTU generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
INTU scores higher overall (65/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 41.0% revenue growth. 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.
Intuit Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Intuit Inc. is an American business that specializes in financial software. Intuit's products include the tax preparation application TurboTax, personal finance app Mint and the small business accounting program QuickBooks.
Vistra Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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