Eversource Energy (ES)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
ES
Eversource Energy
$70.60
+1.03%
UTILITIES · Cap: $25.83B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.68
-2.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eversource Energy generates 530% more annual revenue ($13.93B vs $2.21B). ES leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs -7.7%. ES appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.90. ES earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ES
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TAC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-33.4%
Fair Value
$52.65
Current Price
$70.60
$17.95 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 24.9%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 11.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.1% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ES
The strongest argument for ES centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : ES
The primary concerns for ES are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.84 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TAC
The primary concerns for TAC are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 3.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ES profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ES carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
ES is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
ES generates stronger free cash flow (315M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ES scores higher overall (65/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Eversource Energy
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Eversource Energy is a publicly traded, Fortune 500 energy company headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, and Boston, Massachusetts.
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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