Southern Company (SO)vsWoodside Energy Group Ltd (WDS)
SO
Southern Company
$94.61
+0.67%
UTILITIES · Cap: $105.91B
WDS
Woodside Energy Group Ltd
$23.66
-2.79%
ENERGY · Cap: $46.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 128% more annual revenue ($29.55B vs $12.98B). WDS leads profitability with a 20.9% profit margin vs 14.7%. WDS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. SO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
SO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WDS
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-254.9%
Fair Value
$26.66
Current Price
$94.61
$67.95 premium
Margin of Safety
-94.1%
Fair Value
$9.66
Current Price
$23.66
$14.00 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 22.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Earnings declined 14.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WDS
The strongest argument for WDS centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.9% and operating margin at 19.1%. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WDS
The primary concerns for WDS are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SO profiles as a value stock while WDS is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 10.1% — sustainability is the question.
WDS generates stronger free cash flow (417M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SO scores higher overall (54/100 vs 53/100) and 10.1% revenue growth. 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.
Woodside Energy Group Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Woodside Energy Group Ltd is engaged in the exploration, evaluation, development, production, marketing and sale of hydrocarbons in Oceania, Asia, Canada, Africa and internationally. The company is headquartered in Perth, Australia.
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