Alliant Energy Corp (LNT)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
LNT
Alliant Energy Corp
$67.26
+0.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $17.69B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alliant Energy Corp generates 95% more annual revenue ($4.43B vs $2.27B). LNT leads profitability with a 18.4% profit margin vs -1.0%. LNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.28. LNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
LNT
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.8%
Fair Value
$49.88
Current Price
$67.26
$17.38 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 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.0% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : LNT
The strongest argument for LNT centers on Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 19.1%.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LNT
The primary concerns for LNT are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
LNT profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LNT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — 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
LNT scores higher overall (54/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 18.4% 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.
Alliant Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Alliant Energy is a public utility holding company headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin providing power in Iowa and Wisconsin.
Visit Website →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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