Southern Company (SO)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
SO
Southern Company
$92.60
+1.22%
UTILITIES · Cap: $102.01B
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$162.06
+0.43%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $15.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 41% more annual revenue ($30.18B vs $21.45B). SO leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 7.9%. SO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.53. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
THC
Strong Buy66
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 THC.
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%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Earnings expanding 87.6% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
2.8% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
7.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
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 : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.74 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
THC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
THC generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (66/100 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.
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Tenet Healthcare Corporation is a diversified health services company. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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