Pure Cycle Corporation (PCYO)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
PCYO
Pure Cycle Corporation
$11.12
+0.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $269.65M
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TransAlta Corp generates 6619% more annual revenue ($2.27B vs $33.73M). PCYO leads profitability with a 43.7% profit margin vs -1.0%. PCYO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
PCYO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 60.0% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 : PCYO
The strongest argument for PCYO centers on Profit Margin, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.7% and operating margin at 25.7%. Revenue growth of 60.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PCYO
The primary concerns for PCYO are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
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
PCYO profiles as a growth stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
PCYO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
PCYO is growing revenue faster at 60.0% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (17M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PCYO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 43.7% margins and 60.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Pure Cycle Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Pure Cycle Corporation designs, builds, operates and maintains water and wastewater systems in the Denver metropolitan area and Colorado Front Range in the United States. The company is headquartered in Watkins, Colorado.
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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