Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$64.30
-5.70%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.51B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$329.84
-2.99%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Talen Energy Corporation generates 222% more annual revenue ($3.24B vs $1.01B). KEN leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs -0.7%. KEN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
KEN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
TLN
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-60.0%
Fair Value
$47.69
Current Price
$64.30
$16.61 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 73.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 122.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 96.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
8.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.3%
Trading at 14.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.0% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 73.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 96.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 43.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.64 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 6.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 96.7% — sustainability is the question.
TLN generates stronger free cash flow (392M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
KEN scores higher overall (51/100 vs 48/100) and 73.2% revenue growth. 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.
Kenon Holdings
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Kenon Holdings Ltd., is the owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
Visit Website →Talen Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Talen Energy Corporation (Ticker: TLN) is a prominent player in the U.S. power generation and infrastructure sector, committed to delivering reliable energy solutions through a robust portfolio that includes both traditional and renewable resources. The company emphasizes environmental sustainability and grid resilience, adapting to the increasing demand for electricity in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. With a strategic focus on innovation and advanced technology, Talen is well-positioned to capitalize on the transition to cleaner energy alternatives, making it an attractive investment opportunity for institutional investors.
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