Opal Fuels [OPAL] vs NiSource [NI] Detailed Stock Comparison
Opal Fuels
NASDAQ
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NiSource
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Opal Fuels wins in 6 metrics, NiSource wins in 12 metrics, with 0 ties. NiSource appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Opal Fuels | NiSource | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 38.00 | 23.31 | NiSource |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 0.14 | 2.32 | Opal Fuels |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 70.80 | 143.64 | Opal Fuels |
| PEG Ratio | -0.10 | 1.48 | Opal Fuels |
| EV/EBITDA | 33.65 | 14.48 | NiSource |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 3.66% | 14.46% | NiSource |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | -3.47% | 20.46% | NiSource |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | N/A | 20.46% | N/A |
| Return on Equity | 4.44% | 9.31% | NiSource |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 0.35% | 3.22% | NiSource |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-94.21M | $-861.50M | Opal Fuels |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.80% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | -38.12% | 30.18% | NiSource |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 1.20 | 3.37 | Opal Fuels |
| Enterprise Value | $870.03M | $38.21B | NiSource |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 2.64 | 6.23 | Opal Fuels |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 29.10% | 48.71% | NiSource |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $12 | $13 | NiSource |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $0.06 | $1.88 | NiSource |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.07 | 0.60 | NiSource |
Performance
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Opal Fuels vs NiSource Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opal Fuels | 9.65% | 6.84% | 17.92% | -1.57% | 81.16% | -23.31% |
| NiSource | 0.78% | 2.22% | 9.79% | 11.46% | 18.86% | 21.48% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opal Fuels | -38.12% | -64.23% | -74.36% | -74.36% | -74.36% | -74.36% |
| NiSource | 30.18% | 80.36% | 87.96% | 126.98% | 531.90% | 395.74% |
News Based Sentiment: Opal Fuels vs NiSource
Opal Fuels
News based Sentiment: NEUTRAL
October's developments for Opal Fuels present a fairly balanced picture. While the company reported solid financials and maintains a positive outlook from some analysts, the 'Reduce' rating and high P/E ratio suggest caution. Overall, the month's events don't dramatically shift the investment narrative.
NiSource
News based Sentiment: POSITIVE
October was a strong month for NiSource, highlighted by positive stock performance, strategic infrastructure investments aimed at capitalizing on data center demand, and generally favorable analyst sentiment. While valuation concerns exist, the overall narrative points to a company well-positioned for future growth and consistent shareholder returns.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Opal Fuels vs NiSource
| Metric | OPAL | NI |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $396.90M | $20.91B |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 579,660 | 4,965,380 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 280,300 | 4,687,140 |
| Last Close | $2.50 | $44.17 |
| 52 Week Range | $1.26 - $4.11 | $33.65 - $44.52 |
| % from 52W High | -39.17% | -0.79% |
| All-Time High | $12.35 (Aug 08, 2022) | $44.52 (Oct 06, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -79.76% | -0.79% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.13% | 0.18% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.39% | 0.19% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.04% | 0.14% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | -0.03% | 0.20% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.04% | 0.09% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 70.80 | 143.64 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $-0.86 | $18.87 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $1.02 | $0.71 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $40.59M | $2.06B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-95,031,872 | $-463,437,504 |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.80% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $1.10 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Opal Fuels vs NiSource
| Metric | OPAL | NI |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 38.00 | 23.31 |
| Forward P/E | 2.96 | 23.56 |
| PEG Ratio | -0.10 | 1.48 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 1.20 | 3.37 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 0.14 | 2.32 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $396.90M | $20.91B |
| Enterprise Value | $870.03M | $38.21B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 2.64 | 6.23 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 33.65 | 14.48 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.07 | 0.60 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $-0.86 | $18.87 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Opal Fuels vs NiSource
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | OPAL | NI |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $80.46M | $1.28B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $57.04M | $658.00M |
| Gross Profit | $23.41M | $625.00M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $-2.79M | $264.10M |
| EBITDA | $4.95M | $542.70M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $-6.13M | $124.30M |
| Income Tax | $-13.69M | $23.80M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $7.56M | $100.50M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | OPAL | NI |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $40.08M | $259.40M |
| Total Current Assets | $116.39M | $2.18B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $101.60M | $4.24B |
| Long-Term Debt | $303.94M | $12.83B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $464.45M | $10.95B |
| Retained Earnings | $68.63M | $-501.40M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | N/A |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | OPAL | NI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $22.07M | $733.90M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-11.57M | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $18.11M | $49.10M |
| Debt Repayment | $-423,000 | $-5.50M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $0 |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | OPAL | NI |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 1.51M | 10.57M |
| Short Ratio | 12.99 | 2.64 |
| Short % of Float | 0.06% | 0.03% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 579,660 | 4,965,380 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 280,300 | 4,687,140 |
| Shares Outstanding | 28.43M | 465.86M |
| Float Shares | 16.80M | 469.15M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.23% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.54% | 1.00% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Opal Fuels vs NiSource
| Metric | OPAL | NI |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $1.10 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.80% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $1.03 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.87% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $3.10 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 |