National Grid PLC ADR (NGG)vsSouthwest Gas Holdings Inc (SWX)
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$81.86
+0.39%
UTILITIES · Cap: $80.25B
SWX
Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
$88.72
+1.78%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
National Grid PLC ADR generates 894% more annual revenue ($17.69B vs $1.78B). SWX leads profitability with a 26.1% profit margin vs 18.3%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.00. SWX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
NGG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SWX
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 37.9%
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.2x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Revenue declined 21.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 32.6%. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SWX
The strongest argument for SWX centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.1% and operating margin at 37.9%.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SWX
The primary concerns for SWX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NGG profiles as a value stock while SWX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
NGG is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
SWX generates stronger free cash flow (-47M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SWX scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 26.1% margins. Both earn "Strong 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 →Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. purchases, distributes and transports natural gas in Arizona, Nevada and California. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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