Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsMorgan Stanley (MS)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$88.89
+2.95%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.50B
MS
Morgan Stanley
$193.09
+1.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $299.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Morgan Stanley generates 8292% more annual revenue ($73.17B vs $871.93M). MS leads profitability with a 24.7% profit margin vs 7.6%. MS trades at a lower P/E of 17.2x. MS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
KEN
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
MS
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.5%
Fair Value
$54.68
Current Price
$88.89
$34.21 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 43.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 40.6%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.1% — below average capital efficiency
7.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 93.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 43.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MS
The strongest argument for MS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.7% and operating margin at 40.6%. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 68.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MS
The primary concerns for MS are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEN profiles as a hypergrowth stock while MS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
KEN is growing revenue faster at 43.1% — sustainability is the question.
KEN generates stronger free cash flow (53M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MS scores higher overall (73/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 24.7% margins and 16.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Kenon Holdings
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Kenon Holdings Ltd., is the owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Morgan Stanley is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered at 1585 Broadway in the Morgan Stanley Building, Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
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