MGE Energy Inc (MGEE)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
MGEE
MGE Energy Inc
$73.77
+0.44%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.73B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$142.72
-1.24%
UTILITIES · Cap: $51.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 2454% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $752.13M). MGEE leads profitability with a 19.9% profit margin vs 11.6%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. MGEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
MGEE
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.7%
Earnings expanding 23.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
1.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Trading at 15.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MGEE
The strongest argument for MGEE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.9% and operating margin at 22.7%.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 0.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MGEE
The primary concerns for MGEE are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MGEE profiles as a value stock while VST is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
MGEE is growing revenue faster at 1.1% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MGEE scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 19.9% margins. 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.
MGE Energy Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
MGE Energy, Inc., is a utility holding company primarily in Wisconsin. The company is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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