Genie Energy Ltd (GNE)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
GNE
Genie Energy Ltd
$15.78
+0.45%
UTILITIES · Cap: $399.53M
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TransAlta Corp generates 351% more annual revenue ($2.27B vs $502.62M). GNE leads profitability with a 5.0% profit margin vs -1.0%. GNE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
GNE
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+1.3%
Fair Value
$14.10
Current Price
$15.78
$1.68 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 380.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 4.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : GNE
The strongest argument for GNE centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GNE
The primary concerns for GNE are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
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
GNE profiles as a value 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.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (17M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GNE scores higher overall (52/100 vs 43/100). 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.
Genie Energy Ltd
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Genie Energy Ltd. supplies electricity and natural gas to residential and small business customers in the United States, Europe and Asia. The company is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
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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