Southern Company (SO)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
SO
Southern Company
$92.60
+1.22%
UTILITIES · Cap: $102.01B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$533.80
-2.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 625% more annual revenue ($30.18B vs $4.16B). SO leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 8.9%. VMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
VMI
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
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 VMI.
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%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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 : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
VMI generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (63/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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