AXIA Energia (AXIA)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
AXIA
AXIA Energia
$10.22
0.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $23.29B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AXIA Energia generates 1867% more annual revenue ($44.57B vs $2.27B). AXIA leads profitability with a 27.1% profit margin vs -1.0%. AXIA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.81. AXIA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AXIA
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-26.4%
Fair Value
$9.12
Current Price
$10.22
$1.10 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 43.8%
Earnings expanding 1141.0% YoY
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AXIA
The strongest argument for AXIA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.1% and operating margin at 43.8%.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AXIA
The primary concerns for AXIA are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TAC
The primary concerns for TAC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.38 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AXIA profiles as a mature stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.46 — expect wider price swings.
TAC is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
AXIA generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AXIA scores higher overall (76/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 27.1% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AXIA Energia
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Centrais Eltricas Brasileiras S.A. - Eletrobrs, engages in the generation, transmission, and commercialization of electricity in Brazil. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Visit Website →TransAlta Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
TransAlta Corporation owns, operates and develops a diverse fleet of electric power generation assets in Canada, the United States and Australia. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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