IDACORP Inc (IDA)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
IDA
IDACORP Inc
$135.54
+0.07%
UTILITIES · Cap: $7.98B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TransAlta Corp generates 26% more annual revenue ($2.27B vs $1.80B). IDA leads profitability with a 18.8% profit margin vs -1.0%. IDA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.89. IDA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
IDA
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-85.5%
Fair Value
$74.24
Current Price
$135.54
$61.30 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.2% revenue growth
1.7% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
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 : IDA
The strongest argument for IDA centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 27.5%.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IDA
The primary concerns for IDA are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS 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
IDA profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
IDA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.47 — 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
IDA scores higher overall (54/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 18.8% margins. 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.
IDACORP Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
IDACORP, Inc. is dedicated to the generation, transmission, distribution, purchase and sale of electrical energy in the United States. The company is headquartered in Boise, Idaho.
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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