California Water Service Group (CWT)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
CWT
California Water Service Group
$47.15
-1.40%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.87B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$347.75
+0.58%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Talen Energy Corporation generates 255% more annual revenue ($3.74B vs $1.05B). CWT leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs -5.0%. CWT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CWT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.0%
Fair Value
$55.89
Current Price
$47.15
$8.74 discount
Margin of Safety
-80.1%
Fair Value
$196.94
Current Price
$347.75
$150.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
16.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 31.4% YoY
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 10.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -11.4% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWT
The strongest argument for CWT centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 111.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CWT
The primary concerns for CWT are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWT profiles as a growth stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 111.2% — sustainability is the question.
CWT generates stronger free cash flow (-83M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CWT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 42/100) and 16.5% revenue growth. 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.
California Water Service Group
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
California Water Service Group provides public water and related services in California, Washington, New Mexico and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Visit Website →Talen Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Talen Energy Corporation (Ticker: TLN) is a prominent player in the U.S. power generation and infrastructure sector, committed to delivering reliable energy solutions through a robust portfolio that includes both traditional and renewable resources. The company emphasizes environmental sustainability and grid resilience, adapting to the increasing demand for electricity in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. With a strategic focus on innovation and advanced technology, Talen is well-positioned to capitalize on the transition to cleaner energy alternatives, making it an attractive investment opportunity for institutional investors.
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