Hallador Energy Company (HNRG)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
HNRG
Hallador Energy Company
$18.88
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $916.69M
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.68
-2.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TransAlta Corp generates 388% more annual revenue ($2.21B vs $453.55M). HNRG leads profitability with a 5.0% profit margin vs -7.7%. HNRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. HNRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
HNRG
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TAC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 1408.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.0% 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 : HNRG
The strongest argument for HNRG centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : HNRG
The primary concerns for HNRG are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Thin 5.0% 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
HNRG profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
HNRG is growing revenue faster at -13.5% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HNRG scores higher overall (49/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Hallador Energy Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Hallador Energy Company is engaged in the production of steam coal in the Illinois Basin for the electric power generation industry. The company is headquartered in Terre Haute, Indiana.
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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