Ormat Technologies Inc (ORA)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
ORA
Ormat Technologies Inc
$142.49
+1.28%
UTILITIES · Cap: $8.49B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$153.68
+3.78%
UTILITIES · Cap: $53.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 1571% more annual revenue ($19.45B vs $1.16B). VST leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 11.0%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ORA
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
VST
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 75.8% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Revenue surging 43.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 19.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 52.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ORA
The strongest argument for ORA centers on Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 75.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 43.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ORA
The primary concerns for ORA are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 66.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
ORA is growing revenue faster at 75.8% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (156M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (68/100 vs 54/100) and 43.4% 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.
Ormat Technologies Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Ormat Technologies, Inc. is engaged in the geothermal and recovered energy business in the United States, Indonesia, Kenya, Turkey, Chile, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Ethiopia, New Zealand, Honduras and internationally. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
Vistra Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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