Consolidated Edison Inc (ED)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
ED
Consolidated Edison Inc
$111.49
+2.40%
UTILITIES · Cap: $40.39B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$351.91
-2.56%
UTILITIES · Cap: $16.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Consolidated Edison Inc generates 544% more annual revenue ($16.92B vs $2.63B). ED leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs -8.3%. ED earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
ED
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.0%
Fair Value
$77.35
Current Price
$111.49
$34.14 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 58.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 8.3%
Trading at 14.7x book value
ROE of -17.7% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ED
The strongest argument for ED centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 58.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ED
The primary concerns for ED are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ED profiles as a value stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.78 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 58.0% — sustainability is the question.
TLN generates stronger free cash flow (180M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ED scores higher overall (55/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "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.
Consolidated Edison Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Consolidated Edison, Inc., commonly known as Con Edison (stylized as conEdison) or ConEd, is one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the United States, with approximately $12 billion in annual revenues as of 2017, and over $48 billion in assets. The company provides a wide range of energy-related products and services to its customers through its subsidiaries.
Visit Website →Talen Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Talen Energy Corporation (Ticker: TLN) is a leading power generation and infrastructure company based in the United States, specializing in the development and operation of reliable and sustainable energy solutions. With a diverse portfolio that includes both traditional and renewable energy sources, Talen Energy is committed to supporting the evolving energy landscape while prioritizing environmental stewardship. The company is strategically positioned to meet growing electricity demand, leverage technological advancements, and enhance grid resilience, making it an attractive investment opportunity for institutional investors focused on the energy sector's transformation.
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