NiSource Inc (NI)vsNorthwest Natural Gas Co (NWN)
NI
NiSource Inc
$45.68
0.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $21.86B
NWN
Northwest Natural Gas Co
$52.47
+0.42%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NiSource Inc generates 415% more annual revenue ($6.64B vs $1.29B). NI leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 8.8%. NI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. NWN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
NI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
NWN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.7%
Fair Value
$47.89
Current Price
$45.68
$2.21 discount
Margin of Safety
+61.1%
Fair Value
$125.65
Current Price
$52.47
$73.18 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.0%
19.8% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
Earnings expanding 24.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NI
The strongest argument for NI centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NWN
The strongest argument for NWN centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NI
The primary concerns for NI are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NWN
The primary concerns for NWN are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NI profiles as a growth stock while NWN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
NI is growing revenue faster at 19.8% — sustainability is the question.
NWN generates stronger free cash flow (-131M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NWN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 62/100). 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.
NiSource Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
NiSource Inc. is one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the United States. The company is based in Merrillville, Indiana.
Northwest Natural Gas Co
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Northwest Natural Holding Company, through its subsidiary, Northwest Natural Gas Company, provides regulated natural gas distribution services to residential, commercial, industrial and transportation customers in Oregon and Southwest Washington. The company is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
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