Southern Company (SO)vsSpire Inc (SR)
SO
Southern Company
$92.60
-0.17%
UTILITIES · Cap: $102.01B
SR
Spire Inc
$82.38
+1.58%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 1060% more annual revenue ($30.18B vs $2.60B). SO leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 13.8%. SR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.46. SR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SR
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-47.7%
Fair Value
$62.70
Current Price
$92.60
$29.90 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.2%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 31.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.5% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : SR
The strongest argument for SR centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SR
The primary concerns for SR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
SR generates stronger free cash flow (218M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SR scores higher overall (68/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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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