One Gas Inc (OGS)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
OGS
One Gas Inc
$77.34
-1.05%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.97B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
One Gas Inc generates 2% more annual revenue ($2.31B vs $2.27B). OGS leads profitability with a 12.5% profit margin vs -1.0%. OGS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.19. OGS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
OGS
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-16.1%
Fair Value
$71.81
Current Price
$77.34
$5.53 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 39.6% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : OGS
The strongest argument for OGS centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OGS
The primary concerns for OGS are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue 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
OGS profiles as a declining stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
OGS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
TAC is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
OGS generates stronger free cash flow (38M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OGS scores higher overall (57/100 vs 43/100). 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.
One Gas Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
ONE Gas, Inc. is a regulated natural gas distribution company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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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