Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI)vsAltria Group (MO)
KMI
Kinder Morgan Inc
$31.41
-0.35%
ENERGY · Cap: $70.13B
MO
Altria Group
$68.12
-1.33%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $115.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Altria Group generates 16% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $17.52B). MO leads profitability with a 39.5% profit margin vs 18.9%. MO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. KMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
KMI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
MO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.2%
Fair Value
$24.34
Current Price
$31.41
$7.07 premium
Margin of Safety
-37.3%
Fair Value
$48.02
Current Price
$68.12
$20.10 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Earnings expanding 36.0% YoY
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 62.3%
Earnings expanding 106.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMI
The strongest argument for KMI centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 29.9%. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MO
The strongest argument for MO centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.5% and operating margin at 62.3%.
Bear Case : KMI
The primary concerns for KMI are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MO
The primary concerns for MO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.56 — expect wider price swings.
KMI is growing revenue faster at 13.8% — sustainability is the question.
MO generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
KMI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins and 13.8% 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.
Kinder Morgan Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Kinder Morgan, Inc. is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. The company specializes in owning and controlling oil and gas pipelines and terminals.
Altria Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Altria Group, Inc. (previously known as Philip Morris Companies, Inc.) is an American corporation and one of the world's largest producers and marketers of tobacco, cigarettes and related products. It operates worldwide and is headquartered in unincorporated Henrico County, Virginia, just outside the city of Richmond.
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