National Grid PLC ADR (NGG)vsToyota Motor Corporation ADR (TM)
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$85.91
-2.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $88.05B
TM
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR
$187.53
-0.78%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $230.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR generates 288487% more annual revenue ($50.45T vs $17.48B). NGG leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 7.3%. NGG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. TM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
NGG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
TM
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 592.1B 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%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.0x book value
7.3% margin — thin
Earnings declined 42.3%
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 : TM
The strongest argument for TM centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : TM
The primary concerns for TM are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NGG profiles as a declining stock while TM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
TM is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
TM generates stronger free cash flow (592.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TM scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100). 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.
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 →Toyota Motor Corporation ADR
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Toyota Motor Corporation designs, manufactures, assembles and sells passenger cars, minivans and commercial vehicles, and related parts and accessories. The company is headquartered in Toyota, Japan.
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