Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc (HE)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
HE
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc
$13.54
+0.74%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.30B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.68
-2.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc generates 40% more annual revenue ($3.09B vs $2.21B). HE leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs -7.7%. HE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.28. HE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
HE
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TAC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.1%
Fair Value
$23.73
Current Price
$13.54
$10.19 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.3% revenue growth
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.1% margin — thin
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 : HE
The strongest argument for HE centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : HE
The primary concerns for HE are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
HE profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.56 — expect wider price swings.
HE is growing revenue faster at 0.3% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HE scores higher overall (54/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "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.
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. is engaged in the renewable / sustainable infrastructure, banking and electricity utility investment businesses in the State of Hawaii. The company is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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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