NRG Energy Inc. (NRG)vsPetroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR (PBR)
NRG
NRG Energy Inc.
$133.36
+1.43%
UTILITIES · Cap: $26.47B
PBR
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR
$17.75
+0.77%
ENERGY · Cap: $117.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR generates 1438% more annual revenue ($498.09B vs $32.38B). PBR leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 0.7%. NRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. PBR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
NRG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
PBR
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NRG.
Margin of Safety
+89.6%
Fair Value
$176.60
Current Price
$17.75
$158.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
19.5% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
0.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NRG
The strongest argument for NRG centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PBR
The strongest argument for PBR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 32.0%.
Bear Case : NRG
The primary concerns for NRG are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 136.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 4.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PBR
The primary concerns for PBR are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NRG profiles as a growth stock while PBR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
NRG is growing revenue faster at 19.5% — sustainability is the question.
PBR generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBR scores higher overall (66/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 21.6% 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.
NRG Energy Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
NRG Energy, Inc. is a large American energy company, headquartered in Houston, Texas. It was formerly the wholesale arm of Northern States Power Company (NSP), which became Xcel Energy, but became independent in 2000. NRG Energy is involved in energy generation and retail electricity.
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Petrleo Brasileiro SA - Petrobras produces and sells oil and gas in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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