MDU Resources Group Inc (MDU)vsNiSource Inc (NI)
MDU
MDU Resources Group Inc
$19.20
-0.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.12B
NI
NiSource Inc
$41.41
-0.02%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NiSource Inc generates 276% more annual revenue ($6.88B vs $1.83B). NI leads profitability with a 13.2% profit margin vs 10.7%. NI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.13. MDU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MDU
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
NI
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 47.2% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 58.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MDU
The strongest argument for MDU centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : NI
The strongest argument for NI centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : MDU
The primary concerns for MDU are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NI
The primary concerns for NI are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.83 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — expect wider price swings.
MDU is growing revenue faster at 6.9% — sustainability is the question.
MDU generates stronger free cash flow (72M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MDU scores higher overall (61/100 vs 50/100). 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.
MDU Resources Group Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
MDU Resources Group, Inc. is involved in the regulated power supply and construction materials and services businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota.
NiSource Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
NiSource Inc. is one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the United States. The company is based in Merrillville, Indiana.
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