Public Service Enterprise Group Inc (PEG)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
PEG
Public Service Enterprise Group Inc
$72.39
-0.12%
UTILITIES · Cap: $36.89B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$312.74
+0.39%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Service Enterprise Group Inc generates 235% more annual revenue ($12.54B vs $3.74B). PEG leads profitability with a 16.0% profit margin vs -5.0%. PEG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
PEG
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-70.1%
Fair Value
$49.46
Current Price
$72.39
$22.93 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.9%
Earnings declined 42.7%
Trading at 9.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -11.4% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PEG
The strongest argument for PEG centers on Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.0% and operating margin at 18.9%.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 111.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PEG
The primary concerns for PEG are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PEG profiles as a declining stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 111.2% — sustainability is the question.
PEG generates stronger free cash flow (498M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEG scores higher overall (50/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 16.0% 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.
Public Service Enterprise Group Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
The Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) is a publicly traded diversified energy company headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
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.
Compare with Other UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?