NewJersey Resources Corporation (NJR)vsSpire Inc (SR)
NJR
NewJersey Resources Corporation
$53.16
-0.34%
UTILITIES · Cap: $5.48B
SR
Spire Inc
$80.20
-1.56%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Spire Inc generates 20% more annual revenue ($2.67B vs $2.23B). SR leads profitability with a 20.6% profit margin vs 16.4%. NJR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.28. SR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
NJR
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SR
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$32.41
Current Price
$53.16
$20.75 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.8% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1138.0% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
19.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NJR
The strongest argument for NJR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 9.1%. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SR
The strongest argument for SR centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 7.1%. Revenue growth of 19.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NJR
The primary concerns for NJR are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SR
The primary concerns for SR are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.03 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.56 — expect wider price swings.
SR is growing revenue faster at 19.2% — sustainability is the question.
NJR generates stronger free cash flow (25M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SR scores higher overall (68/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 20.6% margins and 19.2% revenue growth. 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.
NewJersey Resources Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
New Jersey Resources Corporation, an energy services portfolio company, provides regulated gas distribution and retail and wholesale energy services. The company is headquartered in Wall, New Jersey.
Spire Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Spire Inc. engages in the purchase, retail distribution, and sale of natural gas to residential, commercial, industrial, and other end-users of natural gas in the United States. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
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