Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELPC)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
ELPC
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL
$11.21
-2.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $8.62B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$364.74
-3.53%
UTILITIES · Cap: $16.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL generates 743% more annual revenue ($27.29B vs $3.24B). ELPC leads profitability with a 9.9% profit margin vs -0.7%. ELPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ELPC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TLN
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Revenue surging 96.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.1% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 15.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.0% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELPC
The strongest argument for ELPC centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 96.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ELPC
The primary concerns for ELPC are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 6.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELPC profiles as a growth stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 96.7% — sustainability is the question.
ELPC generates stronger free cash flow (521M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ELPC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 48/100) and 20.0% revenue growth. 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.
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL engages in the generation, transformation, distribution, and sale of electricity to industrial, residential, commercial, rural, and other customers in Brazil.
Talen Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Talen Energy Corporation (Ticker: TLN) is a prominent power generation and infrastructure firm based in the United States, focused on delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions through a diverse portfolio that encompasses both traditional and renewable sources. The company's strategic initiatives are aimed at addressing the increasing demand for electricity while enhancing environmental sustainability and grid resilience. With a commitment to innovation and technological advancement, Talen Energy is well-positioned to capitalize on the evolving energy landscape, making it an appealing investment opportunity for institutional investors seeking exposure to the transition toward cleaner energy alternatives.
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