MDU Resources Group Inc (MDU)vsUGI Corporation (UGI)
MDU
MDU Resources Group Inc
$20.55
+0.54%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.18B
UGI
UGI Corporation
$36.41
-0.36%
UTILITIES · Cap: $7.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UGI Corporation generates 291% more annual revenue ($7.34B vs $1.88B). MDU leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 8.2%. MDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.46. MDU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MDU
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
UGI
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.9%
Fair Value
$43.52
Current Price
$20.55
$22.97 discount
Margin of Safety
-108.4%
Fair Value
$18.29
Current Price
$36.41
$18.12 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Earnings expanding 39.4% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 0.3%
2.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 23.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MDU
The strongest argument for MDU centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : UGI
The strongest argument for UGI centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : MDU
The primary concerns for MDU are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UGI
The primary concerns for UGI are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MDU profiles as a declining stock while UGI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UGI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
UGI is growing revenue faster at 2.6% — sustainability is the question.
UGI generates stronger free cash flow (-155M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MDU scores higher overall (61/100 vs 54/100). 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.
UGI Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
UGI Corporation distributes, stores, transports, and markets energy products and related services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
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