NRG Energy Inc. (NRG)vsSea Ltd (SE)
NRG
NRG Energy Inc.
$138.11
-2.64%
UTILITIES · Cap: $30.18B
SE
Sea Ltd
$86.73
-2.15%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $54.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NRG Energy Inc. generates 34% more annual revenue ($30.71B vs $22.94B). SE leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs 2.8%. SE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.59. SE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
NRG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+58.9%
Fair Value
$391.20
Current Price
$138.11
$253.09 discount
Margin of Safety
+52.8%
Fair Value
$242.40
Current Price
$86.73
$155.67 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 42 in profit
Revenue surging 38.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 58.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.9% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NRG
The strongest argument for NRG centers on Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 13.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SE
The strongest argument for SE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 38.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.59 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NRG
The primary concerns for NRG are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 157.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SE
The primary concerns for SE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NRG profiles as a value stock while SE is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
SE is growing revenue faster at 38.4% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
SE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 56/100) and 38.4% revenue growth. NRG offers better value entry with a 58.9% margin of safety. 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.
Sea Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Sea Limited is engaged in the digital entertainment, e-commerce and digital financial services businesses in Southeast Asia, Latin America, the rest of Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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