Southern Company (SO)vsUber Technologies Inc (UBER)
SO
Southern Company
$91.80
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $103.49B
UBER
Uber Technologies Inc
$75.45
-1.67%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $156.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Uber Technologies Inc generates 78% more annual revenue ($53.69B vs $30.18B). UBER leads profitability with a 15.9% profit margin vs 14.5%. SO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.66. SO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
UBER
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.0%
Fair Value
$73.42
Current Price
$91.80
$18.38 premium
Margin of Safety
+34.1%
Fair Value
$108.26
Current Price
$75.45
$32.81 discount
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%
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 84.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : UBER
The strongest argument for UBER centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.9% and operating margin at 14.6%. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : UBER
The primary concerns for UBER are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SO profiles as a value stock while UBER is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
UBER carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
UBER is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
UBER generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SO scores higher overall (56/100 vs 54/100). UBER offers better value entry with a 34.1% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Uber Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Uber Technologies, Inc., commonly known as Uber, is an American technology company. Its services include ride-hailing, food delivery (Uber Eats), package delivery, couriers, freight transportation, and, through a partnership with Lime, electric bicycle and motorized scooter rental. The company is based in San Francisco, California.
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