Southern Company (The) Series 2 (SOJE)vsUltrapar Participacoes SA ADR (UGP)
SOJE
Southern Company (The) Series 2
$17.22
-1.03%
NONE · Cap: $65.72B
UGP
Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR
$5.78
-1.70%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UGP leads profitability with a 1.7% profit margin vs 0.0%. UGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
SOJE
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
UGP
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
1.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.1%
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 59.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SOJE
The strongest argument for SOJE centers on Market Cap.
Bull Case : UGP
The strongest argument for UGP centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SOJE
The primary concerns for SOJE are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : UGP
The primary concerns for UGP are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UGP is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
UGP generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor NONE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
UGP scores higher overall (53/100 vs 25/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 (The) Series 2
NONE · NONE · USA
Southern Company Series 2 is a prominent entity in the utility sector, specializing in the provision of reliable and sustainable energy solutions primarily across the Southeastern United States. As a subsidiary of the larger Southern Company, it benefits from a solid financial footing and a diversified energy mix that includes natural gas, nuclear, and renewable resources. The company's forward-thinking approach to innovation and dedication to environmental stewardship positions it strategically for the ongoing energy transition, thus appealing to institutional investors. Additionally, its strong regulatory framework and commitment to enhancing energy infrastructure further equip Southern Company Series 2 to navigate the evolving challenges of the energy market effectively.
Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Ultrapar Participaes SA is engaged in the gas distribution, fuel distribution, chemical products, storage and pharmacy businesses mainly in Brazil, Mexico, Uruguay, Venezuela, other Latin American countries, the United States, Canada, the Far East, Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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