Korea Electric Power Corp ADR (KEP)vsNRG Energy Inc. (NRG)
KEP
Korea Electric Power Corp ADR
$12.39
-3.95%
UTILITIES · Cap: $16.38B
NRG
NRG Energy Inc.
$133.36
+1.43%
UTILITIES · Cap: $26.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Korea Electric Power Corp ADR generates 301295% more annual revenue ($97.60T vs $32.38B). KEP leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 0.7%. NRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. KEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
KEP
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
NRG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.2T in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
19.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
0.7% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEP
The strongest argument for KEP centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NRG
The strongest argument for NRG centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KEP
The primary concerns for KEP are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NRG
The primary concerns for NRG are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 136.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 4.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEP profiles as a value stock while NRG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
NRG is growing revenue faster at 19.5% — sustainability is the question.
KEP generates stronger free cash flow (3.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KEP scores higher overall (66/100 vs 51/100). 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.
Korea Electric Power Corp ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Korea Electric Power Corporation, an integrated electric utility company, generates, transmits and distributes electricity in South Korea and internationally. The company is headquartered in Naju-si, South Korea.
NRG Energy Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
NRG Energy, Inc. is a large American energy company, headquartered in Houston, Texas. It was formerly the wholesale arm of Northern States Power Company (NSP), which became Xcel Energy, but became independent in 2000. NRG Energy is involved in energy generation and retail electricity.
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