National Grid PLC ADR (NGG)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$85.91
-2.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $88.05B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$144.09
+1.26%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $132.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 86% more annual revenue ($17.48B vs $9.38B). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 16.4%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
NGG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NGG.
Margin of Safety
+46.8%
Fair Value
$267.33
Current Price
$144.09
$123.24 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.5%
Earnings expanding 65.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 11.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 24.1%. PEG of 1.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.7% and operating margin at 38.5%.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NGG profiles as a declining stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 39.7% 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.
National Grid PLC ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Visit Website →Prologis Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Prologis, Inc. is a real estate investment trust headquartered in San Francisco, California that invests in logistics facilities, with a focus on the consumption side of the global supply chain.
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