Vistra Corp. (VST)vsXPLR Infrastructure LP Unit (XIFR)
VST
Vistra Corp.
$148.38
+0.90%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
XIFR
XPLR Infrastructure LP Unit
$11.40
-0.70%
UTILITIES · Cap: $1.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 1498% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $1.20B). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 5.2%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
XIFR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VST.
Margin of Safety
+75.9%
Fair Value
$45.93
Current Price
$11.40
$34.53 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Trading at 16.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
5.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : XIFR
The strongest argument for XIFR centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : XIFR
The primary concerns for XIFR are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.86 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VST profiles as a declining stock while XIFR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
XIFR is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (54/100 vs 51/100). XIFR offers better value entry with a 75.9% 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.
Vistra Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
XPLR Infrastructure, LP acquires, owns, and manages contracted clean energy projects in the United States. The company is headquartered in Juno Beach, Florida.
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