Tennessee Valley Authority (TVE)vsEssential Utilities Inc (WTRG)
TVE
Tennessee Valley Authority
$23.94
-0.42%
UTILITIES · Cap: $12.63M
WTRG
Essential Utilities Inc
$38.20
-3.27%
UTILITIES · Cap: $11.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WTRG leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 0.0%. WTRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
TVE
Avoid17
out of 100
Grade: F
WTRG
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TVE.
Margin of Safety
+47.5%
Fair Value
$71.32
Current Price
$38.20
$33.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Strong operational efficiency at 32.4%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 30.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TVE
TVE has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : WTRG
The strongest argument for WTRG centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.9% and operating margin at 32.4%. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TVE
The primary concerns for TVE are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : WTRG
The primary concerns for WTRG are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TVE profiles as a value stock while WTRG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WTRG is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
WTRG generates stronger free cash flow (-241M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WTRG scores higher overall (60/100 vs 17/100), backed by strong 24.9% margins and 15.7% revenue growth. 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.
Tennessee Valley Authority
UTILITIES · ELECTRICAL UTILITIES & IPPS · USA
Tennessee Valley Authority is engaged in the production and sale of electricity in the United States. The company is headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Essential Utilities, Inc. operates regulated utilities that provide water, wastewater, or natural gas services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.
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