MDU Resources Group Inc (MDU)vsUGI Corporation (UGI)
MDU
MDU Resources Group Inc
$21.16
-0.28%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.41B
UGI
UGI Corporation
$34.85
+1.43%
UTILITIES · Cap: $7.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UGI Corporation generates 307% more annual revenue ($7.36B vs $1.81B). MDU leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 8.7%. MDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. UGI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
MDU
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
UGI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MDU.
Margin of Safety
-12.3%
Fair Value
$33.96
Current Price
$34.85
$0.89 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.4%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 10.2%
0.7% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MDU
The strongest argument for MDU centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : UGI
The strongest argument for UGI centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : MDU
The primary concerns for MDU are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UGI
The primary concerns for UGI are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
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 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
UGI is growing revenue faster at 0.7% — sustainability is the question.
UGI generates stronger free cash flow (494M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UGI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "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.
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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