MDU Resources Group Inc (MDU)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
MDU
MDU Resources Group Inc
$21.16
-0.28%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.41B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.68
-2.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TransAlta Corp generates 22% more annual revenue ($2.21B vs $1.81B). MDU leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs -7.7%. MDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. MDU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
MDU
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TAC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 10.2%
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 : MDU
The strongest argument for MDU centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : MDU
The primary concerns for MDU are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
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
MDU profiles as a declining 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.
MDU is growing revenue faster at -10.2% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MDU 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.
MDU Resources Group Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
MDU Resources Group, Inc. is involved in the regulated power supply and construction materials and services businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota.
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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