NiSource Inc (NI)vsRGC Resources Inc (RGCO)
NI
NiSource Inc
$41.41
-0.02%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.09B
RGCO
RGC Resources Inc
$21.32
-1.48%
UTILITIES · Cap: $228.50M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NiSource Inc generates 6323% more annual revenue ($6.88B vs $107.14M). NI leads profitability with a 13.2% profit margin vs 13.1%. RGCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.30. NI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
NI
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
RGCO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 58.4%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 0.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NI
The strongest argument for NI centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : RGCO
The strongest argument for RGCO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NI
The primary concerns for NI are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.83 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RGCO
The primary concerns for RGCO are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NI profiles as a value stock while RGCO is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — expect wider price swings.
NI is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
RGCO generates stronger free cash flow (-323,493), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NI scores higher overall (50/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
RGC Resources Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
RGC Resources, Inc. is an energy services company. The company is headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia.
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